December weather forecastBalkhash, Kazakhstan
December
Weather in December
December witnesses Balkhash in the full force of winter, second coldest month of the year following January. The alarming dips to -3.9°C (25°F), promising a white Christmas with substantial snowfall. Despite the cold weather, the city shines in festive decorations, creating a picturesque setting. Staying indoors gets more appealing and winter sports activities gain full swing. With short daylight hours, the city sparkles with holiday lights and hearty warmth.Temperature
Transition from November to December is accompanied by a temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from a cold 2.5°C (36.5°F) to a freezing cold -3.9°C (25°F). Nighttime temperatures in Balkhash during December report a consistent average of -8.2°C (17.2°F).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 82%.Rainfall
In Balkhash, in December, during 5.1 rainfall days, 15mm (0.59") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Balkhash, there are 73.8 rainfall days, and 128mm (5.04") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Balkhash are January through April, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Balkhash is December, when snow falls for 10.4 days and typically aggregates up to 57mm (2.24") of snow.Daylight
With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:24 and sunset at 16:13. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:45 and sunset at 16:21 +05.
Sunshine
December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Balkhash, Kazakhstan
- Average high temperature in December: -3.9°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (27.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-6.4°C).
- Average low temperature in December: -8.2°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (20.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-11.6°C).
Average pressure in December
Balkhash, Kazakhstan
- Average pressure in December: 1031.1mbar
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (1031.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1006.6mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Balkhash, Kazakhstan
- Average wind speed in December: 18km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (18.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (16km/h).
Average humidity in December
Balkhash, Kazakhstan
- Average humidity in December: 82%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (37%).
Average rainfall in December
Balkhash, Kazakhstan
- Average rainfall in December: 15mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (19mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (4mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Balkhash, Kazakhstan
- Average rainfall days in December: 5.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (9.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Balkhash, Kazakhstan
- Average snowfall in December: 57mm
The month with the highest snowfall is December (57mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Balkhash, Kazakhstan
- Average snowfall days in December: 10.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.7 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
Balkhash, Kazakhstan
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in December
Balkhash, Kazakhstan
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (24.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (16.6 days).
Average UV index in December
Balkhash, Kazakhstan
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Balkhash, Kazakhstan
- Average cloud cover in December: 46
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 12).
Average visibility in December
Balkhash, Kazakhstan
- Average visibility in December: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (9km).
