December weather forecastDobele, Latvia

December

Weather in December

In December, Dobele plunges into the winter season in true Latvian spirit. The city is painted white once again, with an average snowfall of 75mm (2.95"). As temperatures hover around the freezing point, the city is transformed into a winter wonderland. The magic of Dobele’s winter is amplified at night, as lights reflect off the snow, casting a shimmering glow all over. With the shortest daylight hours of the year, and the arrival of the holiday season, December wraps up the year with a blend of festive cheer and the spectacle of winter.

Temperature

December's onset in Dobele introduces a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, from a cold 5.1°C (41.2°F) in November to a still icy 0.8°C (33.4°F). Dobele's nighttime temperature in December shows a minor descent, with a steady average of -2°C (28.4°F).

Humidity

In Dobele, the average relative humidity in December is 90%.

Rainfall

In Dobele, Latvia, in December, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 21mm (0.83") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Dobele, there are 139.5 rainfall days, and 349mm (13.74") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Dobele are January through April, October through December. In Dobele, in December, snow falls for 10.2 days, with typically accumulated 75mm (2.95") of snow. Throughout the year, in Dobele, there are 48.3 snowfall days, and 339mm (13.35") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Dobele is December, with an average of 6h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Dobele, Latvia, sunrise is at 08:38 and sunset at 15:53. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:02 and sunset at 15:57 EET.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Dobele, with an average of 2.2h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following 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 harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

December temperatures in Dobele vary between a high-temperature of 0.8°C (33.4°F) and a low-temperature of -2°C (28.4°F).

The average relative humidity in December in Dobele, Latvia, is 90%.

In Dobele, Latvia, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 21mm (0.83") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Dobele, Latvia, during December, snow falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 75mm (2.95") of snow.

December has the shortest days of the year in Dobele, with an average of 6h and 54min of daylight.

In Dobele, the average day length in December is 6h and 56min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:38 and sunset at 15:53. On the last day of the month, in Dobele, sunrise is at 09:02 and sunset at 15:57 EET.

December has the least sunshine of the year in Dobele, with an average of 2.2h of sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in December is 2.2h.

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Dobele.

In Dobele, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Dobele, Latvia

  • Average high temperature in December: 0.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (23.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-1.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (13.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-5.5°C).

Average pressure in December
Dobele, Latvia

  • Average pressure in December: 1011.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is October (1016.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1011.7mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Dobele, Latvia

  • Average wind speed in December: 15.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (15.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.5km/h).

Average humidity in December
Dobele, Latvia

  • Average humidity in December: 90%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Dobele, Latvia

  • Average rainfall in December: 21mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (48mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (20mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Dobele, Latvia

  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dobele, Latvia

  • Average snowfall in December: 75mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (83mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Dobele, Latvia

  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Dobele, Latvia

  • Average daylight in December: 6h and 54min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 12min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dobele, Latvia

  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Dobele, Latvia

  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Dobele, Latvia

  • Average cloud cover in December: 74

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Dobele, Latvia

  • Average visibility in December: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is February (7km).