December weather forecastPlatanias, Greece

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Platanias, is still a refreshing month, with an average temperature ranging between max 16°C (60.8°F) and min 10°C (50°F).

Temperature

The shift from November to December includes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature, lightly dropping from 19°C (66.2°F) to a still comfortable 16°C (60.8°F). The nighttime temperature in Platanias dips to a cool 10°C (50°F) on average during December.

Rainfall

In Platanias, in December, during 13 rainfall days, 104mm (4.09") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Platanias, there are 72 rainfall days, and 647mm (25.47") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Platanias, in December, the average water temperature is 17°C (62.6°F).
Note: The majority of individuals do not enjoy swimming in water that is 17°C (62.6°F). Breathing control becomes more challenging as the water temperature dips from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:15 and sunset at 17:11. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 07:33 and sunset at 17:21 EET.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.

Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in December, in Platanias, records 16°C (60.8°F), while the low-temperature is 10°C (50°F).

In December, in Platanias, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout December, 104mm (4.09") of precipitation is accumulated.

In Platanias, the average seawater temperature in December is 17°C (62.6°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 17°C (62.6°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).

The month with the shortest days in Platanias is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

In Platanias, the average day length in December is 9h and 49min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:15 and sunset at 17:11. On the last day of the month, in Platanias, sunrise is at 07:33 and sunset at 17:21 EET.

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

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

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

In Platanias, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Average temperature in December
Platanias, Greece

Average high temperature in December: 16°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (29°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (14°C).

Average low temperature in December: 10°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (21°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (8°C).

Average rainfall in December
Platanias, Greece

Average rainfall in December: 104mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (137mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (2mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Platanias, Greece

Average rainfall days in December: 13 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are January and December (13 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Platanias, Greece

Average sea temperature in December: 17°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (25°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (15°C).

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

Average daylight in December: 9h and 48min

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).