December weather forecastSinjar, 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.

Updated: Jan 30, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

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).

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

In Sinjar, Iraq, in December, during 9.8 rainfall days, 38mm (1.5") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 4mm (0.16") of snow.

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

In Sinjar, the average day length in December is 9h and 44min.

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.

The month with the least sunshine in Sinjar is December, with an average of 6.1h of sunshine.

In December, the average sunshine duration in Sinjar is 6.1h.

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

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.

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Long-term

Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

19.4°C

13.5°C

11.5°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

8.8km/h

10.6km/h

11km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

22.4

20.2

20.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 9h and 42min

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 6min

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: 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: 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: 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: 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).