December weather forecastSkaftafell, Iceland
December
Weather in December
December is the peak of winter in Skaftafell with the lowest temperatures of the year, with the lowest average hovering around -3.6°C (25.5°F) and the highest peaking at 0.6°C (33.1°F). The amount of snowfall increases, recording a notable 123mm (4.84"), making this one of the coldest and snowiest months of the year. With the shortest daylight hours, December is a month for cozy indoor activities and winter celebrations.Temperature
In Skaftafell, the lowest temperatures are generally noted in December, averaging a high of 0.6°C (33.1°F) and a low of -3.6°C (25.5°F).Humidity
May and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the least humid months.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 13.5 days and typically aggregates up to 135mm (5.31") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 10.2 days. Throughout December, 123mm (4.84") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 62.5 snowfall days, and 893mm (35.16") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 4h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 10:25 and sunset at 15:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:57 and sunset at 15:24 GMT.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 3.1h.UV index
In Skaftafell, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Skaftafell, Iceland
- Average high temperature in December: 0.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (10.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (0.6°C).
- Average low temperature in December: -3.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (7.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (-3.6°C).
Average pressure in December
Skaftafell, Iceland
- Average pressure in December: 998.8mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1014mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (997.7mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Skaftafell, Iceland
- Average wind speed in December: 22.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (22.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.4km/h).
Average humidity in December
Skaftafell, Iceland
- Average humidity in December: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is September (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and December (79%).
Average rainfall in December
Skaftafell, Iceland
- Average rainfall in December: 135mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (135mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (46mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Skaftafell, Iceland
- Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.5 days).
Average snowfall in December
Skaftafell, Iceland
- Average snowfall in December: 123mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (209mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Skaftafell, Iceland
- Average snowfall days in December: 10.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (14.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Skaftafell, Iceland
- Average daylight in December: 4h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in December: 3h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Skaftafell, Iceland
- Average sunshine days in December: 10.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (8 days).
Average UV index in December
Skaftafell, Iceland
- Average UV index in December: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 3).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Skaftafell, Iceland
- Average cloud cover in December: 55
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 54).
Average visibility in December
Skaftafell, Iceland
- Average visibility in December: 9km
The month with the highest visibility is June (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
