December weather forecast
Skopelos, Greece

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Weather in December

Winter in Skopelos, Greece, formally opens in December, bringing cooler weather and inviting temperatures down to an average high of 13.6°C (56.5°F), marking significant drop from November. It's one of the months receiving a high rainfall amount, bringing in winter monsoons. However, snowfall remains exceptional, and humidity lingers on as a constant. Despite the rain, the charm of Skopelos in winter has its appeal; the cooler weather lends a different taste to the Greek island experience.

Temperature

The transition into December is accompanied by a slight temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a comfortable 17.1°C (62.8°F) in November to a moderate 13.6°C (56.5°F). In Skopelos, the month of December records an average minimum temperature of 11.1°C (52°F), a slight dip from the daily highs.

Humidity

In Skopelos, the average relative humidity in December is 69%.

Rainfall

In Skopelos, during December, the rain falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 53mm (2.09") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Skopelos, there are 133.4 rainfall days, and 511mm (20.12") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Skopelos, snow does not fall in February through December.

Sea temperature

In December, the average sea temperature is 15.4°C (59.7°F).
Note: In 15.4°C (59.7°F), swimming is not an enjoyable activity for most. The challenge of managing one's breathing increases as the temperature goes under 21°C (69.8°F).

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Skopelos.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:25 and sunset at 17:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:44 and sunset at 17:12 EET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Skopelos is 5.3h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Skopelos. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Skopelos in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Skopelos, records 13.6°C (56.5°F), while the low-temperature is 11.1°C (52°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is calculated to be 29°C (84.2°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Skopelos?

In December, the average relative humidity in Skopelos, Greece, is 69%.

How much does it rain in Skopelos in December?

In Skopelos, Greece, in December, during 12.9 rainfall days, 53mm (2.09") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Skopelos?

February through December are months without snowfall in Skopelos.

Does it snow in Skopelos in December?

In Skopelos, Greece, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

How cold is the water in December in Skopelos?

In Skopelos, Greece, in December, the average water temperature is 15.4°C (59.7°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 15.4°C (59.7°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).

What is the month with the shortest days in Skopelos?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Skopelos?

In Skopelos, the average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Skopelos?

On the first day of December in Skopelos, sunrise is at 07:25 and sunset at 17:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:44 and sunset at 17:12 EET.

How many hours of sunshine does Skopelos have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Skopelos?

The months with the lowest UV index in Skopelos, Greece, are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

How high is the UV index in December in Skopelos?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Skopelos is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Skopelos, Greece

Average temperature in December - Skopelos, Greece
  • Average high temperature in December: 13.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (27°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (11.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 11.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (24.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.3°C).

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Average pressure in December
Skopelos, Greece

Average pressure in December - Skopelos, Greece
  • Average pressure in December: 1018.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1018.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1011.8mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Skopelos, Greece

Average wind speed in December - Skopelos, Greece
  • Average wind speed in December: 20.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (20.7km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (13.1km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Skopelos, Greece

Average humidity in December - Skopelos, Greece
  • Average humidity in December: 69%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and November (71%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and September (66%).

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Average rainfall in December
Skopelos, Greece

Average rainfall in December - Skopelos, Greece
  • Average rainfall in December: 53mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (62mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (17mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Skopelos, Greece

Average rainfall days in December - Skopelos, Greece
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (6.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Skopelos, Greece

Average snowfall in December - Skopelos, Greece
  • Average snowfall in December: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2mm).
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Skopelos, Greece

Average snowfall days in December - Skopelos, Greece
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Skopelos, Greece

Average sea temperature in December - Skopelos, Greece
  • Average sea temperature in December: 15.4°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 March (14.4°C).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Skopelos, Greece
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Skopelos, Greece

Average sunshine days in December - Skopelos, Greece
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Skopelos, Greece

Average UV index in December - Skopelos, Greece
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in December
Skopelos, Greece

Average cloud cover in December - Skopelos, Greece
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 10).

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Average visibility in December
Skopelos, Greece

Average visibility in December - Skopelos, 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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