December weather forecast
Alatau, Kazakhstan

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Alatau, Kazakhstan, with an average temperature varying between -10°C (14°F) and -2.5°C (27.5°F).

Temperature

The onset of December brings a small shift in high-temperatures, falling from a cold 2°C (35.6°F) in November to a subzero cold -2.5°C (27.5°F). Alatau in December experiences a low-temperature average of -10°C (14°F).

Humidity

In Alatau, the average relative humidity in December is 74%.

Rainfall

In Alatau, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 37mm (1.46") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 213.3 rainfall days, and 983mm (38.7") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 13.2 days. Throughout December, 199mm (7.83") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 62.1 snowfall days, and 978mm (38.5") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:04 and sunset at 16:18. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 07:24 and sunset at 16:26 +05.

Sunshine

With an average of 6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?
The average high-temperature, in December, in Alatau, is -2.5°C (27.5°F), while the average low-temperature is -10°C (14°F).
What is the average humidity in December?
In Alatau, the average relative humidity in December is 74%.
How many days does it rain in December?
In December, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 37mm (1.46") of precipitation is accumulated.
How much does it snow in December?
In Alatau, in December, snow falls for 13.2 days, with typically accumulated 199mm (7.83") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days?
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Alatau have in December?
In Alatau, the average day length in December is 9h and 3min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December?
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:04 and sunset at 16:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:24 and sunset at 16:26 +05.
What is the month with the least sunshine?
The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 6h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in December?
In Alatau, the average sunshine duration in December is 6h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index?
January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.
How high is the UV index in December?
The average daily maximum UV index in December 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
Alatau, Kazakhstan
  • Average high temperature in December: -2.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (22.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-4.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -10°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (12.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-12.3°C).

Average pressure in December
Alatau, Kazakhstan
  • Average pressure in December: 1027.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1027.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1010mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Alatau, Kazakhstan
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.9km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (7.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (6.4km/h).

Average humidity in December
Alatau, Kazakhstan
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (52%).

Average rainfall in December
Alatau, Kazakhstan
  • Average rainfall in December: 37mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (171mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (32mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Alatau, Kazakhstan
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (24.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (10.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Alatau, Kazakhstan
  • Average snowfall in December: 199mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (236mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Alatau, Kazakhstan
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Alatau, Kazakhstan
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Alatau, Kazakhstan
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (10.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (2.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Alatau, Kazakhstan
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Alatau, Kazakhstan
  • Average cloud cover in December: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 40).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in December
Alatau, Kazakhstan
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (8km).

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