December weather forecast
Knosos, Greece

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Knosos, is still a comfortable month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 16°C (60.8°F) and an average low of 12.7°C (54.9°F).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a light shift in temperature, down from a refreshing 19.5°C (67.1°F) in November to a still enjoyable 16°C (60.8°F). Consistently, Knosos reports average nighttime temperatures of 12.7°C (54.9°F) during December, a marginal step down from its daytime highs.

Humidity

January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 72%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 14.2 days and typically aggregates up to 51mm (2.01") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:10 and sunset at 17:07. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 07:27 and sunset at 17:17 EET.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 6.2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 4 suggests these recommendations:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?
During December, Knosos experiences an average high-temperature of 16°C (60.8°F) and a low-temperature of 12.7°C (54.9°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 30°C (86°F).
What are the most humid months?
January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 72%, are most humid months.
What is the average humidity in December?
In Knosos, the average relative humidity in December is 72%.
What is the rainiest month?
December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.2 days and accumulates 51mm (2.01") of precipitation.
How much does it rain in December?
In Knosos, in December, during 14.2 rainfall days, 51mm (2.01") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days?
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Knosos have in December?
The average day length in December is 9h and 50min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December?
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:10 and sunset at 17:07. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:27 and sunset at 17:17 EET.
What is the month with the least sunshine?
The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 6.2h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in December?
In Knosos, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.2h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Knosos?
January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index.
What is the UV index reading in December?
In Knosos, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December - Knosos, Greece
Average temperature in December
Knosos, Greece
  • Average high temperature in December: 16°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (27.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 12.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (23.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11°C).

Average pressure in December - Knosos, Greece
Average pressure in December
Knosos, Greece
  • Average pressure in December: 1018mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1018mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1009.6mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Knosos, Greece
Average wind speed in December
Knosos, Greece
  • Average wind speed in December: 16.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (18.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (12.6km/h).

Average humidity in December - Knosos, Greece
Average humidity in December
Knosos, Greece
  • Average humidity in December: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (72%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (66%).

Average rainfall in December - Knosos, Greece
Average rainfall in December
Knosos, Greece
  • Average rainfall in December: 51mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (51mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (1mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Knosos, Greece
Average rainfall days in December
Knosos, Greece
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (14.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.8 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Knosos, Greece
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Knosos, Greece
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December - Knosos, Greece
Average sunshine days in December
Knosos, Greece
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (13.9 days).

Average UV index in December - Knosos, Greece
Average UV index in December
Knosos, Greece
  • Average UV index in December: 4

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in December - Knosos, Greece
Average cloud cover in December
Knosos, Greece
  • Average cloud cover in December: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 33).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 2).

Average visibility in December - Knosos, Greece
Average visibility in December
Knosos, Greece
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

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

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