December weather forecast
Karbala, Iraq

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Weather in December

In December, Karbala moves further into the cold season, with temperatures dropping down to 18.7°C (65.7°F). The daylight duration stabilizes at 10 hours, and there is a decrease in sunshine duration. Despite it being mid-winter, the city experiences no snowfall, and rainfall averages at a measly 6mm (0.24"). An increase in relative humidity to 45% ensures a fresh start to the new year.

Temperature

December weather is marked by a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from a warm 24.1°C (75.4°F) in November to an enjoyable 18.7°C (65.7°F). Throughout December, a steady low-temperature average of 11.5°C (52.7°F) is noted.

Humidity

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 45%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In December, in Karbala, the rain falls for 3.1 days. Throughout December, 6mm (0.24") of precipitation is accumulated. In Karbala, during the entire year, the rain falls for 30.1 days and collects up to 54mm (2.13") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January, March through December are months without snowfall in Karbala.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Karbala.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 16:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:05 and sunset at 17:08 +03.

Sunshine

In Karbala, the average sunshine in December is 7.1h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index in Karbala, Iraq. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 4 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Karbala?

In Karbala, 18.7°C (65.7°F) is the average high-temperature and 11.5°C (52.7°F) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the most humid month in Karbala?

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 45%, are most humid months in Karbala, Iraq.

What is the average humidity in December in Karbala?

The average relative humidity in December in Karbala is 45%.

How much does it rain in Karbala in December?

In Karbala, in December, during 3.1 rainfall days, 6mm (0.24") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Karbala?

In Karbala, Iraq, snow does not fall in January, March through December.

What is the month with the shortest days in Karbala?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 6min of daylight.

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

In Karbala, Iraq, the average day length in December is 10h and 3min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Karbala?

On the first day of December in Karbala, sunrise is at 06:48 and sunset at 16:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:05 and sunset at 17:08 +03.

How many hours of sunshine does Karbala have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 7.1h.

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

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Karbala?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Karbala is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Karbala, Iraq

Average temperature in December - Karbala, Iraq
  • Average high temperature in December: 18.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (44.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 11.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (33°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.7°C).

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Average pressure in December
Karbala, Iraq

Average pressure in December - Karbala, Iraq
  • Average pressure in December: 1019.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1019.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (998.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Karbala, Iraq

Average wind speed in December - Karbala, Iraq
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (18km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (11.5km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Karbala, Iraq

Average humidity in December - Karbala, Iraq
  • Average humidity in December: 45%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (45%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (14%).

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Average rainfall in December
Karbala, Iraq

Average rainfall in December - Karbala, Iraq
  • Average rainfall in December: 6mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are January and February (9mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Karbala, Iraq

Average rainfall days in December - Karbala, Iraq
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (5.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (0 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Karbala, Iraq

Average snowfall in December - Karbala, Iraq
  • Average snowfall in December: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Karbala, Iraq

Average snowfall days in December - Karbala, Iraq
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Karbala, Iraq
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and November (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Karbala, Iraq

Average sunshine days in December - Karbala, Iraq
  • Average sunshine days in December: 27.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (24.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Karbala, Iraq

Average UV index in December - Karbala, Iraq
  • Average UV index in December: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 10).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 4).

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Average cloud cover in December
Karbala, Iraq

Average cloud cover in December - Karbala, Iraq
  • Average cloud cover in December: 17

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 18).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 1).

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Average visibility in December
Karbala, Iraq

Average visibility in December - Karbala, 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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