December weather forecast
Makirdan, Iraq

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Makirdan, is still a cool month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 10.5°C (50.9°F) and an average low of 3.8°C (38.8°F).

Temperature

Makirdan in December demonstrates a small temperature transition, adjusting from an average high of a moderate 15.7°C (60.3°F) in November to a cool 10.5°C (50.9°F). During the nights in December, Makirdan experiences a consistent average temperature of 3.8°C (38.8°F).

Humidity

In Makirdan, Iraq, the average relative humidity in December is 59%.

Rainfall

In Makirdan, in December, it is raining for 12 days, with typically 108mm (4.25") of accumulated precipitation. In Makirdan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 94.6 days and collects up to 592mm (23.31") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Makirdan, Iraq, are January through March and December. 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 06:57 and sunset at 16:48. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 07:15 and sunset at 16:57 +03.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Makirdan are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?
During December, Makirdan experiences an average high-temperature of 10.5°C (50.9°F) and a low-temperature of 3.8°C (38.8°F).
What is the average humidity in December?
In Makirdan, the average relative humidity in December is 59%.
How many days does it rain in December?
In Makirdan, during December, the rain falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 108mm (4.25") of precipitation.
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?
With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
What is the average length of the day in December?
In Makirdan, the average day length in December is 9h and 43min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:57 and sunset at 16:48. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:15 and sunset at 16:57 +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 Makirdan have in December?
The average sunshine duration in December is 5.8h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index?
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.
What is the UV index intensity in December?
The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Makirdan, 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
Makirdan, 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
Makirdan, 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
Makirdan, 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
Makirdan, 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
Makirdan, 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
Makirdan, 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
Makirdan, 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
Makirdan, 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
Makirdan, 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
Makirdan, 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
Makirdan, 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
Makirdan, 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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