December weather forecast
Kulusuk, Greenland

December

Weather in December

December brings intense polar conditions to Kulusuk. With the highest and lowest temperatures dropping to -4.2°C (24.4°F) and -7.5°C (18.5°F) respectively, freezing cold intensifies. Adding to the biting chill are frequent snowfalls. Although the extreme conditions may deter some, the promise of witnessing the Arctic in its most quintessential form makes a trip to Kulusuk during December truly rewarding.

Temperature

The shift into December in Kulusuk uncovers an average high-temperature of a still subzero cold -4.2°C (24.4°F), subtly different from the previous month. Kulusuk records a negligible downturn from daytime temperatures, averaging a low of -7.5°C (18.5°F) in the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Kulusuk, Greenland, is 73%.

Rainfall

In Kulusuk, Greenland, during December, the rain falls for 3.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 69mm (2.72") of precipitation. In Kulusuk, during the entire year, the rain falls for 89.6 days and collects up to 905mm (35.63") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall in Kulusuk, Greenland. In Kulusuk, in December, during 12.5 snowfall days, 154mm (6.06") of snow is typically accumulated. In Kulusuk, during the entire year, snow falls for 106.3 days and aggregates up to 1593mm (62.72") of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Kulusuk, with an average of 3h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:09 and sunset at 14:26. On the last day of December, in Kulusuk, Greenland, sunrise is at 10:46 and sunset at 14:17 -02.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 1.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Kulusuk, Greenland.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Kulusuk are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 in December translates into these instructions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Kulusuk in December?
Kulusuk in December has an average high-temperature of -4.2°C (24.4°F) and an average low-temperature of -7.5°C (18.5°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Kulusuk?
In December, the average relative humidity in Kulusuk, Greenland, is 73%.
How many days does it rain in December in Kulusuk?
In Kulusuk, Greenland, in December, during 3.6 rainfall days, 69mm (2.72") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How many days does it snow in December in Kulusuk?
In Kulusuk, Greenland, during December, snow falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 154mm (6.06") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days in Kulusuk?
With an average of 3h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Kulusuk, Greenland.
How many hours of daylight does Kulusuk have in December?
In December, the average day length is 3h and 30min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Kulusuk?
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 10:09 and sunset at 14:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:46 and sunset at 14:17 -02.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Kulusuk?
The months with the least sunshine in Kulusuk, Greenland, are January and December, with an average of 1.5h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in December in Kulusuk?
The average sunshine duration in December in Kulusuk is 1.5h.
When is the lowest UV index in Kulusuk?
The months with the lowest UV index in Kulusuk, Greenland, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.
What is the UV index reading in December in Kulusuk?
The average daily maximum UV index in December in Kulusuk, Greenland, is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Kulusuk, Greenland
  • Average high temperature in December: -4.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (5.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-5.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -7.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (3.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (-10.9°C).

Average pressure in December
Kulusuk, Greenland
  • Average pressure in December: 1001.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1015.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (997.9mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Kulusuk, Greenland
  • Average wind speed in December: 24.7km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (26.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.7km/h).

Average humidity in December
Kulusuk, Greenland
  • Average humidity in December: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Kulusuk, Greenland
  • Average rainfall in December: 69mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (104mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (38mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Kulusuk, Greenland
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Kulusuk, Greenland
  • Average snowfall in December: 154mm

The month with the highest snowfall is April (277mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Kulusuk, Greenland
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Kulusuk, Greenland
  • Average daylight in December: 3h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 22h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 3h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 1h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 1h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kulusuk, Greenland
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Kulusuk, Greenland
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 2).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Kulusuk, Greenland
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 44).

Average visibility in December
Kulusuk, Greenland
  • Average visibility in December: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September and October (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, November and December (8km).

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