December weather forecast
Zakho, Iraq

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Weather in December

Closing the year on a chilly note, Zakho ends the year in the embrace of winter. Temperatures dip further to 10.5°C (50.9°F) in December, with the daylight duration getting reduced to 9.7 hours. It’s time for cozy evenings by the fireplace, as a cold wave sweeps across the city. Scarce snowfall decks the city in festive hues, adding to the joy of the holiday season. The drop in temperatures gives way to clear, star-studded nights, perfect for stargazing.

Temperature

December's arrival comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 16.4°C (61.5°F) in November to a cool 10.5°C (50.9°F). In the month of December, Zakho witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 4.1°C (39.4°F).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Zakho is 61%.

Rainfall

In Zakho, in December, it is raining for 12.1 days, with typically 82mm (3.23") of accumulated precipitation. In Zakho, during the entire year, the rain falls for 90.6 days and collects up to 461mm (18.15") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall in Zakho. December is the first month it typically snows in Zakho. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 5mm (0.2") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 2.4 snowfall days, and 51mm (2.01") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:04 and sunset at 16:52. On the last day of December, in Zakho, sunrise is at 07:22 and sunset at 17:02 +03.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Zakho is December, with an average of 6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Zakho are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Zakho in December?

Zakho in December has an average high-temperature of 10.5°C (50.9°F) and an average low-temperature of 4.1°C (39.4°F). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 27°C (80.6°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Zakho?

The average relative humidity in December is 61%.

How much does it rain in Zakho in December?

In December, the rain falls for 12.1 days. Throughout December, 82mm (3.23") of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Zakho?

December is the first month it typically snows in Zakho. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 5mm (0.2") of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Zakho?

The month with the shortest days in Zakho is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in Zakho, Iraq, is 9h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Zakho?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:04 and sunset at 16:52. On the last day of the month, in Zakho, sunrise is at 07:22 and sunset at 17:02 +03.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Zakho?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Zakho, Iraq, with an average of 6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Zakho have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Zakho is 6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Zakho?

The months with the lowest UV index in Zakho are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Zakho?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Zakho, Iraq

Average temperature in December - Zakho, Iraq
  • Average high temperature in December: 10.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (38.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (8.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 4.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (25.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.8°C).

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Average pressure in December
Zakho, Iraq

Average pressure in December - Zakho, Iraq
  • Average pressure in December: 1021mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1021mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1002.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Zakho, Iraq

Average wind speed in December - Zakho, Iraq
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (8.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (5.3km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Zakho, Iraq

Average humidity in December - Zakho, Iraq
  • Average humidity in December: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (65%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (17%).

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Average rainfall in December
Zakho, Iraq

Average rainfall in December - Zakho, Iraq
  • Average rainfall in December: 82mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (104mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Zakho, Iraq

Average rainfall days in December - Zakho, Iraq
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Zakho, Iraq

Average snowfall in December - Zakho, Iraq
  • Average snowfall in December: 5mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (28mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Zakho, Iraq

Average snowfall days in December - Zakho, Iraq
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Zakho, Iraq
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 0min

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 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Zakho, Iraq

Average sunshine days in December - Zakho, Iraq
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Zakho, Iraq

Average UV index in December - Zakho, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Zakho, Iraq

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

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

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Average visibility in December
Zakho, Iraq

Average visibility in December - Zakho, 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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