December weather forecastEilat, Israel
December
Weather in December
December ushers in winter in Eilat, characterized by a significant drop in daytime temperatures. It's a month that witnesses a further reduction in daylight hours, the shortest payoff stands at 10.3 hours. With a slight decrease in wind speed to 8.7km/h (5.4mph), December wraps up the calendar year in a rather mellow breeze. The temperatures no longer invite swimming, as the sea temperature reduces to a cooler 23°C (73.4°F). Despite the transition to cooler conditions, the month remains largely dry, with a minor 1mm (0.04") of rain depositing over only two days, rounding off Eilat's predominantly arid climate profile.Temperature
With the onset of December, Eilat experiences a modest temperature adjustment, with the average high-temperature gently receding from a moderately hot 23.7°C (74.7°F) in November to a comfortable 19°C (66.2°F). An average nighttime temperature of 9.9°C (49.8°F) is noted in Eilat, Israel, during the month of December.Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 50%, December is the most humid month in Eilat.Rainfall
In Eilat, in December, during 2 rainfall days, 1mm (0.04") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 17.5 rainfall days, and 23mm (0.91") of precipitation is accumulated.Sea temperature
In December, the average sea temperature is 23°C (73.4°F).Note: Taking into account a person's sensitivity to the cold, given sunshine, wind, and air temperature, swimming in 23°C (73.4°F) might be pleasant. (FYI: The water temperature set for the Olympic swimming event is between 25°C (77°F) and 28°C (82.4°F).)
Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 18min of daylight.On the first day of December in Eilat, Israel, sunrise is at 06:17 and sunset at 16:40. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:34 and sunset at 16:51 IST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine in Eilat is 7.4h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Eilat are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index, 4 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Heads up! Sand and water reflection magnifies the UV exposure from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Eilat, Israel
- Average high temperature in December: 19°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (35.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.2°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 9.9°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (22.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.5°C).
Average pressure in December
Eilat, Israel
- Average pressure in December: 1018.6mbar
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (1018.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1007.2mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Eilat, Israel
- Average wind speed in December: 8.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (12.8km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are November and December (8.7km/h).
Average humidity in December
Eilat, Israel
- Average humidity in December: 50%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (50%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (32%).
Average rainfall in December
Eilat, Israel
- Average rainfall in December: 1mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (6mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July and August (0mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Eilat, Israel
- Average rainfall days in December: 2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (3.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (0.1 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Eilat, Israel
- Average sea temperature in December: 23°C
The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are July, August and September (28°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (21°C).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Eilat, Israel
- Average daylight in December: 10h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in December: 7h and 24min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 12h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in December
Eilat, Israel
- Average sunshine days in December: 28.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (24.5 days).
Average UV index in December
Eilat, Israel
- Average UV index in December: 4
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in December
Eilat, Israel
- Average cloud cover in December: 12
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 15).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 1).
Average visibility in December
Eilat, Israel
- 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).
