December weather forecastDrama, Greece

December

Weather in December

As the year draws to a close, December comes with full-on winter conditions in Drama, Greece. A recorded 5mm (0.2") of snowfall is a clear indicator of the wintry conditions. Despite it being the coldest month, the city under the snow-blanket creates a beautiful sight. Coupled with the chilly winds, the holiday atmosphere is in full swing around the city.

Temperature

Drama's December weather comes with a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a moderate 13.6°C (56.5°F) in November to a frosty 8.5°C (47.3°F). Drama, during December, witnesses an average low-temperature of 1.6°C (34.9°F).

Humidity

In Drama, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Drama, during December, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 56mm (2.2") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 163.2 rainfall days, and 583mm (22.95") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Drama are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 5mm (0.2") of snow. In Drama, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.6 days and aggregates up to 79mm (3.11") of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:29 and sunset at 16:55. On the last day of December, in Drama, sunrise is at 07:48 and sunset at 17:04 EET.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Drama is 6.1h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature, in December, in Drama, is 8.5°C (47.3°F), while the average low-temperature is 1.6°C (34.9°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 31°C (87.8°F).

In December, the average relative humidity in Drama, Greece, is 76%.

In Drama, in December, it is raining for 12.4 days, with typically 56mm (2.2") of accumulated precipitation.

December is the first month it typically snows in Drama. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 5mm (0.2") of snow.

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Drama.

The average day length in December is 9h and 16min.

On the first day of December in Drama, sunrise is at 07:29 and sunset at 16:55. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:48 and sunset at 17:04 EET.

In December, the average sunshine duration in Drama is 6.1h.

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

In Drama, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Drama, Greece

  • Average high temperature in December: 8.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (30°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 1.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (17.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-0.1°C).

Average pressure in December
Drama, Greece

  • Average pressure in December: 1019.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1019.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1012.9mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Drama, Greece

  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and May (7.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (5.9km/h).

Average humidity in December
Drama, Greece

  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (52%).

Average rainfall in December
Drama, Greece

  • Average rainfall in December: 56mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (78mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (20mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Drama, Greece

  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Drama, Greece

  • Average snowfall in December: 5mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (36mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Drama, Greece

  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Drama, Greece

  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 18min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Drama, Greece

  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (8.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Drama, Greece

  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Drama, Greece

  • Average cloud cover in December: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 41).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in December
Drama, Greece

  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (9km).