December weather forecast
Erbil, Iraq

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Weather in December

December denotes the advent of winter in Erbil, with temperatures further dropping and a visible increase in precipitation. Displaying a drastic reduction, the city encounters an average high temperature of 13.8°C (56.8°F), reaffirming the winter onset. The city also witnesses frequent rain showers resulting in an average rainfall of 59mm (2.32"), contributing to December being one of the most humid months in Erbil. The final month of the year introduces shorter daylight intervals, an ideal time for seizing Erbil's winter festivities. The chilly weather, although a token of change, does not deter the locals from embracing the festive season, ending the year on a high note.

Temperature

December in Erbil implies a gentle temperature shift, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's enjoyable 19.5°C (67.1°F) to a mild 13.8°C (56.8°F). December's average low-temperature reading in Erbil settles at a chilly 7.5°C (45.5°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Erbil is 54%.

Rainfall

In Erbil, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 59mm (2.32") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 82.8 rainfall days, and 365mm (14.37") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Erbil are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of snow. In Erbil, Iraq, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.6 days and aggregates up to 16mm (0.63") of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:56 and sunset at 16:49. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:14 and sunset at 16:59 +03.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Erbil.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Erbil are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Erbil?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Erbil during December are 13.8°C (56.8°F) and 7.5°C (45.5°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Erbil?

In December, the average relative humidity in Erbil is 54%.

How much does it rain in Erbil in December?

In December, in Erbil, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 59mm (2.32") of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Erbil?

December is the first month it typically snows in Erbil, Iraq. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Erbil?

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Erbil have in December?

In December, the average day length in Erbil, Iraq, is 9h and 45min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Erbil?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:56 and sunset at 16:49. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:14 and sunset at 16:59 +03.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Erbil?

January and December, with an average of 6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Erbil, Iraq.

How many hours of sunshine does Erbil have in December?

In Erbil, the average sunshine duration in December is 6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Erbil?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Erbil, Iraq.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Erbil?

In Erbil, Iraq, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Erbil, Iraq

Average temperature in December - Erbil, Iraq
  • Average high temperature in December: 13.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (42.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (11.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 7.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (27.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.2°C).

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Average pressure in December
Erbil, Iraq

Average pressure in December - Erbil, Iraq
  • Average pressure in December: 1020.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1001.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Erbil, Iraq

Average wind speed in December - Erbil, Iraq
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (10.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (6.9km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Erbil, Iraq

Average humidity in December - Erbil, Iraq
  • Average humidity in December: 54%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (57%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (15%).

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Average rainfall in December
Erbil, Iraq

Average rainfall in December - Erbil, Iraq
  • Average rainfall in December: 59mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (72mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Erbil, Iraq

Average rainfall days in December - Erbil, Iraq
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Erbil, Iraq

Average snowfall in December - Erbil, Iraq
  • Average snowfall in December: 1mm

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (7mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Erbil, Iraq

Average snowfall days in December - Erbil, Iraq
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Erbil, Iraq

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Erbil, Iraq
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Erbil, Iraq

Average sunshine days in December - Erbil, Iraq
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (14 days).

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Average UV index in December
Erbil, Iraq

Average UV index in December - Erbil, Iraq
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 9).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in December
Erbil, Iraq

Average cloud cover in December - Erbil, Iraq
  • Average cloud cover in December: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 34).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 1).

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Average visibility in December
Erbil, Iraq

Average visibility in December - Erbil, Iraq
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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