December weather forecast
Thessaloniki, Greece

A street in front of the ancient white tower in Thessaloniki, Greece
A street in front of the ancient white tower in Thessaloniki, Greece

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Thessaloniki, is still a cool month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 3.9°C (39°F) and an average high of 10.1°C (50.2°F).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature decreases from a moderate 15.7°C (60.3°F) in November to a cool 10.1°C (50.2°F). The average low-temperature, in Thessaloniki, is 3.9°C (39°F).

Humidity

In Thessaloniki, the average relative humidity in December is 73%.

Rainfall

In Thessaloniki, during 9.5 rainfall days, 41mm (1.61") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 133.1 rainfall days, and 436mm (17.17") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Thessaloniki, Greece. In Thessaloniki, snow falls for 0.7 days, with typically accumulated 6mm (0.24") of snow. Throughout the year, in Thessaloniki, there are 4.9 snowfall days, and 86mm (3.39") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In December, the average sea temperature is 14.9°C (58.8°F).
Note: Swimming in 14.9°C (58.8°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Thessaloniki is December, with an average of 9h and 19min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:32 and sunset at 17:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:51 and sunset at 17:10 EET.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 6.2h.

UV index

January 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 threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transform into the following instructions:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in December in Thessaloniki?

The average high-temperature, in December, is 10.1°C (50.2°F), while the average low-temperature is 3.9°C (39°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is evaluated at 34°C (93.2°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Thessaloniki?

The average relative humidity in December is 73%.

How much does it rain in Thessaloniki in December?

In Thessaloniki, during December, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 41mm (1.61") of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Thessaloniki?

In December, in Thessaloniki, it is snowing for 0.7 days. Throughout December, 6mm (0.24") of snow is accumulated.

How cold is the water in December in Thessaloniki?

In December, the average sea temperature in Thessaloniki is 14.9°C (58.8°F). Swimming in 14.9°C (58.8°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the month with the shortest days in Thessaloniki?

December has the shortest days of the year in Thessaloniki, Greece, with an average of 9h and 19min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Thessaloniki have in December?

In December, the average day length in Thessaloniki is 9h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Thessaloniki?

On the first day of December in Thessaloniki, Greece, sunrise is at 07:32 and sunset at 17:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:51 and sunset at 17:10 EET.

How long on average sun shines in December in Thessaloniki?

In Thessaloniki, Greece, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.2h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Thessaloniki?

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

Average temperature in December - Thessaloniki, Greece
  • Average high temperature in December: 10.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (31.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (8.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 3.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (20.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.2°C).

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Average pressure in December
Thessaloniki, Greece

Average pressure in December - Thessaloniki, Greece
  • Average pressure in December: 1019.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1019.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.2mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Thessaloniki, Greece

Average wind speed in December - Thessaloniki, Greece
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (7.3km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Thessaloniki, Greece

Average humidity in December - Thessaloniki, Greece
  • Average humidity in December: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (52%).

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Average rainfall in December
Thessaloniki, Greece

Average rainfall in December - Thessaloniki, Greece
  • Average rainfall in December: 41mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (55mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (20mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Thessaloniki, Greece

Average rainfall days in December - Thessaloniki, Greece
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (8.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Thessaloniki, Greece

Average snowfall in December - Thessaloniki, Greece
  • Average snowfall in December: 6mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (35mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Thessaloniki, Greece

Average snowfall days in December - Thessaloniki, Greece
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Thessaloniki, Greece

Average sea temperature in December - Thessaloniki, Greece
  • Average sea temperature in December: 14.9°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is July (26.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (13.3°C).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Thessaloniki, Greece
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 1min

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

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Average sunshine days in December
Thessaloniki, Greece

Average sunshine days in December - Thessaloniki, Greece
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Thessaloniki, Greece

Average UV index in December - Thessaloniki, Greece
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Thessaloniki, Greece

Average cloud cover in December - Thessaloniki, Greece
  • Average cloud cover in December: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 15).

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Average visibility in December
Thessaloniki, Greece

Average visibility in December - Thessaloniki, 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).

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