December weather forecast
Khalifan, Iraq

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Khalifan, Iraq, with an average temperature ranging between min 3.8°C (38.8°F) and max 10.5°C (50.9°F).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's moderate 15.7°C (60.3°F) to a cool 10.5°C (50.9°F). Khalifan encounters a steady low-temperature average of 3.8°C (38.8°F) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 59%.

Rainfall

In Khalifan, during December, the rain falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 108mm (4.25") of precipitation. In Khalifan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 94.6 days and collects up to 592mm (23.31") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 9mm (0.35") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 3.2 snowfall days, and 78mm (3.07") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:56 and sunset at 16:46. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 07:14 and sunset at 16:56 +03.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Khalifan is December, with an average of 5.8h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?
The average high-temperature, in December, in Khalifan, is 10.5°C (50.9°F), while the average low-temperature is 3.8°C (38.8°F).
What is the average humidity in December?
In Khalifan, the average relative humidity in December is 59%.
How many days does it rain in December in Khalifan?
In December, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout December, 108mm (4.25") of precipitation is accumulated.
When does it start snowing?
December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 9mm (0.35") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days?
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December?
In December, the average day length is 9h and 43min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:56 and sunset at 16:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:14 and sunset at 16:56 +03.
What is the month with the least sunshine?
The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.8h of sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Khalifan have in December?
The average sunshine duration in December in Khalifan is 5.8h.
When is the lowest UV index?
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.
How high is the UV index in December?
In Khalifan, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December - Khalifan, Iraq
Average temperature in December
Khalifan, Iraq
  • Average high temperature in December: 10.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (38.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (7.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 3.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (23.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.6°C).

Average pressure in December - Khalifan, Iraq
Average pressure in December
Khalifan, Iraq
  • Average pressure in December: 1021.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1021.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1003.2mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Khalifan, Iraq
Average wind speed in December
Khalifan, Iraq
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (8.6km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are November and December (5.7km/h).

Average humidity in December - Khalifan, Iraq
Average humidity in December
Khalifan, Iraq
  • Average humidity in December: 59%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (63%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (18%).

Average rainfall in December - Khalifan, Iraq
Average rainfall in December
Khalifan, Iraq
  • Average rainfall in December: 108mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (117mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Khalifan, Iraq
Average rainfall days in December
Khalifan, Iraq
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.3 days).

Average snowfall in December - Khalifan, Iraq
Average snowfall in December
Khalifan, Iraq
  • Average snowfall in December: 9mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (36mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Khalifan, Iraq
Average snowfall days in December
Khalifan, Iraq
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Khalifan, Iraq
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Khalifan, 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: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December - Khalifan, Iraq
Average sunshine days in December
Khalifan, Iraq
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.9 days).

Average UV index in December - Khalifan, Iraq
Average UV index in December
Khalifan, Iraq
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December - Khalifan, Iraq
Average cloud cover in December
Khalifan, Iraq
  • Average cloud cover in December: 34

The months with the most cloud cover are January, March and December (Cloud cover 34).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 1).

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

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (9km).

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