December weather forecastKuwait City, Kuwait
December
Weather in December
December ensures a further decrease in temperatures, with an average high of 20.2°C (68.4°F), and bestows much relief from the year's persistent heat. It records the lowest average highs of all months, affirming the arrival of Kuwait City's winter. Relative humidity rises to 48%, indicating an increased moisture content in the atmosphere. Compared to November, it's cooler and gets recognized as the month with the coldest weather in the city. As January arrives, slight upticks in temperature act as a reminder that the cycle of seasons is set to begin anew, completing the weather transition journey in Kuwait City.Temperature
December in Kuwait City implies a gentle temperature shift, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's moderately hot 25.3°C (77.5°F) to an agreeable 20.2°C (68.4°F). December notes an average low temperature of 15.2°C (59.4°F) in Kuwait City, Kuwait, subtly down from the daytime highs.Humidity
In Kuwait City, the average relative humidity in December is 48%.Rainfall
In Kuwait City, in December, it is raining for 3.7 days, with typically 11mm (0.43") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 31.5 rainfall days, and 86mm (3.39") of precipitation is accumulated.Sea temperature
In Kuwait City, in December, the average water temperature is 22°C (71.6°F).Note: Think about diving into 22°C (71.6°F) waters. Factors like your sensitivity to cold, the brightness of the sun, wind conditions, and the day's warmth play a role. For reference, Olympic swimming competitions use waters 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 the month, sunrise is at 06:25 and sunset at 16:49. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 06:42 and sunset at 17:00 +03.
Sunshine
In Kuwait City, the average sunshine in December is 7.3h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Kuwait City are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 5 suggests these recommendations:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Alert! Sand and water increase UV exposure due to their reflective properties.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Kuwait City, Kuwait
- Average high temperature in December: 20.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (41.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.4°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 15.2°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (34.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.5°C).
Average pressure in December
Kuwait City, Kuwait
- Average pressure in December: 1019.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1019.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (996.6mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Kuwait City, Kuwait
- Average wind speed in December: 16.9km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (21.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (15.5km/h).
Average humidity in December
Kuwait City, Kuwait
- Average humidity in December: 48%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (50%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (25%).
Average rainfall in December
Kuwait City, Kuwait
- Average rainfall in December: 11mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (34mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Kuwait City, Kuwait
- Average rainfall days in December: 3.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (6.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are June, July and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Kuwait City, Kuwait
- Average sea temperature in December: 22°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (32°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (17°C).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Kuwait City, Kuwait
- 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 18min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in December
Kuwait City, Kuwait
- Average sunshine days in December: 27.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (31 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (22 days).
Average UV index in December
Kuwait City, Kuwait
- Average UV index in December: 5
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 9).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 5).
Average cloud cover in December
Kuwait City, Kuwait
- Average cloud cover in December: 15
The months with the most cloud cover are January, February, November and December (Cloud cover 15).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 0).
Average visibility in December
Kuwait City, Kuwait
- 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).
