December weather forecast
Sinjar, Iraq

December

Weather in December

December in Sinjar ushers in winter, marked by typical colder temperatures dropping to a low of 7.1°C (44.8°F). The end of the year sees a hark back to January's weather patterns, offering a certain symmetry to Sinjar's climate calendar. An evident rise in humidity and 38mm (1.5") of rainfall characterises this month, delivering a distinctive winter vibe. While there are fewer sunny days, December illuminates the charm of Sinjar's winter with its unique weather amalgam. The possibility of minor snowfall towards the end of the month adds a whimsical touch to the holiday season.

Temperature

The onset of December coincides with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from an enjoyable 19.4°C (66.9°F) in November to a still refreshing 13.5°C (56.3°F). December nights in Sinjar are marked by an average temperature drop to a frosty 7.1°C (44.8°F).

Humidity

In Sinjar, the average relative humidity in December is 57%.

Rainfall

In December, in Sinjar, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout December, 38mm (1.5") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sinjar, there are 73.7 rainfall days, and 258mm (10.16") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall in Sinjar, Iraq. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 4mm (0.16") of snow. In Sinjar, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.2 days and aggregates up to 16mm (0.63") of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Sinjar is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:05 and sunset at 16:57. On the last day of December, in Sinjar, sunrise is at 07:23 and sunset at 17:07 +03.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.1h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Sinjar are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - Suggestions to safeguard against sun damage are in order. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Sinjar?
Sinjar in December has an average high-temperature of 13.5°C (56.3°F) and an average low-temperature of 7.1°C (44.8°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Sinjar?
In Sinjar, the average relative humidity in December is 57%.
How many days does it rain in December in Sinjar?
In Sinjar, Iraq, in December, during 9.8 rainfall days, 38mm (1.5") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
When does it start snowing in Sinjar?
December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 4mm (0.16") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days in Sinjar?
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 Sinjar?
In Sinjar, the average day length in December is 9h and 44min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Sinjar?
On the first day of December in Sinjar, Iraq, sunrise is at 07:05 and sunset at 16:57. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:23 and sunset at 17:07 +03.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Sinjar?
The month with the least sunshine in Sinjar is December, with an average of 6.1h of sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Sinjar have in December?
In December, the average sunshine duration in Sinjar is 6.1h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Sinjar?
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Sinjar, Iraq.
How high is the UV index in December in Sinjar?
The average daily maximum UV index in December in Sinjar is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average high temperature
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Average wind speed
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Average visibility
Average temperature in December - Sinjar, Iraq
Average temperature in December
Sinjar, Iraq
  • Average high temperature in December: 13.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (40.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (11.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 7.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (28.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5°C).

Average pressure in December - Sinjar, Iraq
Average pressure in December
Sinjar, Iraq
  • Average pressure in December: 1020mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1000.3mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Sinjar, Iraq
Average wind speed in December
Sinjar, Iraq
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are June and July (14.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (8.1km/h).

Average humidity in December - Sinjar, Iraq
Average humidity in December
Sinjar, Iraq
  • Average humidity in December: 57%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (59%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (17%).

Average rainfall in December - Sinjar, Iraq
Average rainfall in December
Sinjar, Iraq
  • Average rainfall in December: 38mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (49mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Sinjar, Iraq
Average rainfall days in December
Sinjar, Iraq
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (11.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.1 days).

Average snowfall in December - Sinjar, Iraq
Average snowfall in December
Sinjar, Iraq
  • Average snowfall in December: 4mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (0.5 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 - Sinjar, Iraq
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Sinjar, 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 1min

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

Average sunshine days in December - Sinjar, Iraq
Average sunshine days in December
Sinjar, Iraq
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (17.3 days).

Average UV index in December - Sinjar, Iraq
Average UV index in December
Sinjar, 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).

Average cloud cover in December - Sinjar, Iraq
Average cloud cover in December
Sinjar, Iraq
  • Average cloud cover in December: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 32).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 1).

Average visibility in December - Sinjar, Iraq
Average visibility in December
Sinjar, 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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