December weather forecastNafplion, Greece

December

Weather in December

December in Nafplion greets its residents with colder times. It’s marked by the highest annual rainfall at 110mm (4.33"), dominating the weather landscape. Daylight dwindles, and the chills become more evident. The sea temperature drop contributes to the cooling trend. As the year rounds up, brace for colder months ahead, taking us back to the starting weather cycle.

Temperature

The beginning of December brings a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a refreshing 19°C (66.2°F) in November to a moderate 15°C (59°F). Nafplion cools down to an average low-temperature of 7°C (44.6°F) throughout the month of December.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12 days and accumulates 110mm (4.33") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Nafplion, the average seawater temperature in December is 17.2°C (63°F).
Note: For most people, swimming in water at 17.2°C (63°F) is not a pleasurable experience. Breathing control gets harder as the water temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Nafplion, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:25 and sunset at 17:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:43 and sunset at 17:20 EET.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Nafplion.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Nafplion. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.

Updated: Jan 24, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

December temperatures in Nafplion vary between a high-temperature of 15°C (59°F) and a low-temperature of 7°C (44.6°F).

December is the month with the most rainfall in Nafplion, Greece. Rain falls for 12 days and accumulates 110mm (4.33") of precipitation.

In Nafplion, in December, it is raining for 12 days, with typically 110mm (4.33") of accumulated precipitation.

In December, the average sea temperature is 17.2°C (63°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 17.2°C (63°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Nafplion.

In December, the average day length in Nafplion, Greece, is 9h and 37min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:25 and sunset at 17:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:43 and sunset at 17:20 EET.

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 4h of sunshine.

In December, the average sunshine duration in Nafplion, Greece, is 4h.

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

In Nafplion, Greece, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Average temperature in December
Nafplion, Greece

Average high temperature in December: 15°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (32°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (13°C).

Average low temperature in December: 7°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (19°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (5°C).

Average rainfall in December
Nafplion, Greece

Average rainfall in December: 110mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (110mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (6mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Nafplion, Greece

Average rainfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (12 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (1 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Nafplion, Greece

Average sea temperature in December: 17.2°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (26.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (15.3°C).

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

Average daylight in December: 9h and 36min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).