December weather forecast
Narsaq, Greenland

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Weather in December

December in Narsaq is synonymous with the full onset of winter. Once again, the city is engulfed in snowy landscapes with lowered temperatures and limited daylight. The accumulated snowfall of 74mm (2.91") paints a typical winter scenario, not so different from January. The extended nights and short days set the stage for the magical Northern Lights, brilliant against the stark, snowy landscape. It's a serene time of year, with the town immersed in the Christmas spirit and the splendor of winter.

Temperature

The average high-temperature during December registers at a still subzero cold -6°C (21.2°F), closely corresponding to the preceding month. During December, an average low-temperature of -11.3°C (11.7°F) is observed.

Humidity

In Narsaq, Greenland, the average relative humidity in December is 71%.

Rainfall

July, August, October and December are months with the least rain in Narsaq, Greenland, when the rain falls for 4.2 days and typically aggregates up to 20mm (0.79") of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In Narsaq, during December, snow falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 74mm (2.91") of snow. In Narsaq, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.9 days and aggregates up to 762mm (30") of snow.

Sea temperature

In Narsaq, the average seawater temperature in December is -0.7°C (30.7°F).
Note: During swimming, this circumstance is both life-threatening and incredibly perilous. The intense cold sensation provokes rapid hyperventilation. The use of a specialized swimsuit is imperative to prevent thermal injuries.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Narsaq, with an average of 5h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 09:48 and sunset at 15:58. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 10:15 and sunset at 15:59 -02.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 2.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Narsaq is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Narsaq?

The high-temperature, in December, in Narsaq, records -6°C (21.2°F), while the low-temperature is -11.3°C (11.7°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Narsaq?

In December, the average relative humidity in Narsaq, Greenland, is 71%.

What is the driest month in Narsaq?

July, August, October and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 4.2 days and typically aggregates up to 20mm (0.79") of rain.

How much does it rain in Narsaq in December?

In Narsaq, during December, the rain falls for 4.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 20mm (0.79") of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Narsaq?

In December, in Narsaq, it is snowing for 7.9 days. Throughout December, 74mm (2.91") of snow is accumulated.

How cold is the water in December in Narsaq?

In Narsaq, Greenland, the average seawater temperature in December is -0.7°C (30.7°F). For swimming, this is considered life-threatening and very dangerous. The water feels painfully cold, and hyperventilation quickly occurs. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to reduce thermal damage.

What is the month with the shortest days in Narsaq?

The month with the shortest days in Narsaq is December, with an average of 5h and 42min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December in Narsaq is 5h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Narsaq?

On the first day of December in Narsaq, Greenland, sunrise is at 09:48 and sunset at 15:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:15 and sunset at 15:59 -02.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Narsaq?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Narsaq, with an average of 2.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Narsaq have in December?

In Narsaq, Greenland, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.6h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Narsaq?

In Narsaq, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Narsaq, Greenland

Average temperature in December - Narsaq, Greenland
  • Average high temperature in December: -6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (10.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-6.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -11.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (4.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-13.4°C).

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Average pressure in December
Narsaq, Greenland

Average pressure in December - Narsaq, Greenland
  • Average pressure in December: 1001.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1013.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (997.2mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Narsaq, Greenland

Average wind speed in December - Narsaq, Greenland
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (13.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Narsaq, Greenland

Average humidity in December - Narsaq, Greenland
  • Average humidity in December: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is April (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

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Average rainfall in December
Narsaq, Greenland

Average rainfall in December - Narsaq, Greenland
  • Average rainfall in December: 20mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (30mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July, August, October and December (20mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Narsaq, Greenland

Average rainfall days in December - Narsaq, Greenland
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (10.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Narsaq, Greenland

Average snowfall in December - Narsaq, Greenland
  • Average snowfall in December: 74mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (139mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Narsaq, Greenland

Average snowfall days in December - Narsaq, Greenland
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Narsaq, Greenland

Average sea temperature in December - Narsaq, Greenland
  • Average sea temperature in December: -0.7°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (2.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (-1.1°C).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Narsaq, Greenland

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Narsaq, Greenland
  • Average daylight in December: 5h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Narsaq, Greenland

Average sunshine days in December - Narsaq, Greenland
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (16.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Narsaq, Greenland

Average UV index in December - Narsaq, Greenland
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 3).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Narsaq, Greenland

Average cloud cover in December - Narsaq, Greenland
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 36).

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Average visibility in December
Narsaq, Greenland

Average visibility in December - Narsaq, Greenland
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

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

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