December weather forecast
Raufarhöfn, Iceland

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Weather in December

As Raufarhöfn nears the end of the year, the city is deeply immersed in the winter spirit. December marks the peak of winter with the highest snowfall, recording 105mm (4.13") over 10.4 days. The town's cozy Christmas atmosphere is nicely complemented by the winter chill. Comparatively, this month is colder and snowier than November, giving a perfect white Christmas feel. Despite the bitter cold, Raufarhöfn maintains its charm that continues to captivate both its residents and visitors from across the globe.

Temperature

Raufarhöfn, Iceland, starts December with an average high-temperature of a still wintry 1.5°C (34.7°F), a minor shift from November's 3.1°C (37.6°F). Registering an almost steady temperature, Raufarhöfn's nights in December see an average low of -1.4°C (29.5°F).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity in Raufarhöfn are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Raufarhöfn, Iceland, is December, when the rain falls for 9.5 days and typically aggregates up to 77mm (3.03") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through July, September through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 10.4 days. Throughout December, 105mm (4.13") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Raufarhöfn, there are 79.7 snowfall days, and 632mm (24.88") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Raufarhöfn, with an average of 2h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 11:01 and sunset at 14:44. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 11:43 and sunset at 14:30 GMT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Raufarhöfn is 1h.

UV index

January through March, October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Raufarhöfn. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Raufarhöfn?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Raufarhöfn during December are 1.5°C (34.7°F) and -1.4°C (29.5°F) respectively.

What are the least humid months in Raufarhöfn?

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the least humid months in Raufarhöfn, Iceland.

What is the average humidity in December in Raufarhöfn?

In Raufarhöfn, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

What is the wettest month in Raufarhöfn?

The month with the most rainfall in Raufarhöfn is December, when the rain falls for 9.5 days and typically aggregates up to 77mm (3.03") of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Raufarhöfn?

In Raufarhöfn, in December, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 77mm (3.03") of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Raufarhöfn?

In Raufarhöfn, during December, snow falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 105mm (4.13") of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Raufarhöfn?

December has the shortest days of the year in Raufarhöfn, with an average of 2h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Raufarhöfn have in December?

In Raufarhöfn, Iceland, the average day length in December is 2h and 45min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Raufarhöfn?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 11:01 and sunset at 14:44. On the last day of the month, in Raufarhöfn, sunrise is at 11:43 and sunset at 14:30 GMT.

How long on average sun shines in December in Raufarhöfn?

In Raufarhöfn, Iceland, the average sunshine duration in December is 1h.

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

January through March, October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Raufarhöfn, Iceland.

How high is the UV index in December in Raufarhöfn?

In Raufarhöfn, Iceland, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Raufarhöfn, Iceland

Average temperature in December - Raufarhöfn, Iceland
  • Average high temperature in December: 1.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (10.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (1.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -1.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (8.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (-1.9°C).

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Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Raufarhöfn, Iceland
  • Average pressure in December: 999.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1014.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (998.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Raufarhöfn, Iceland
  • Average wind speed in December: 31.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (31.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (17.9km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Raufarhöfn, Iceland

Average humidity in December - Raufarhöfn, Iceland
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and December (80%).

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Average rainfall in December
Raufarhöfn, Iceland

Average rainfall in December - Raufarhöfn, Iceland
  • Average rainfall in December: 77mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (77mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (24mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Raufarhöfn, Iceland
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (8.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Raufarhöfn, Iceland

Average snowfall in December - Raufarhöfn, Iceland
  • Average snowfall in December: 105mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (113mm).
The month with the least snowfall is August (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Raufarhöfn, Iceland
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (13.3 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is August (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Raufarhöfn, Iceland

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Raufarhöfn, Iceland
  • Average daylight in December: 2h and 5min

The month with the longest days is May (Average daylight: 19h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 2h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 1h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Raufarhöfn, Iceland
  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (5.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Raufarhöfn, Iceland
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Raufarhöfn, Iceland

Average cloud cover in December - Raufarhöfn, Iceland
  • Average cloud cover in December: 73

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 60).

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Average visibility in December
Raufarhöfn, Iceland

Average visibility in December - Raufarhöfn, Iceland
  • Average visibility in December: 8km

The month with the highest visibility is June (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, November and December (8km).

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