December weather forecastJūrmala, Latvia
December
Weather in December
Jūrmala's weather in December is characterized by a wintry ambiance, continuing from November's early winter indications. A highlight of this month is the steep rise in snowfall levels, reaching an impressive 95mm (3.74"), compared to the meager 26mm (1.02") in November. The city experiences a significant drop in daylight hours, leading to cold, dark days. December gives residents an invigorating taste of the Baltic winter. With the new year just around the corner, the city is ready to cycle back to January and its bracing winter conditions.Temperature
The transition into December in Jūrmala subtly indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to a still icy 1.5°C (34.7°F) from November's cold 5.6°C (42.1°F). Jūrmala's nighttime temperatures in December display a slight drop from daytime highs, averaging to a subzero cold -1°C (30.2°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 88%.Rainfall
In Jūrmala, in December, it is raining for 11.7 days, with typically 31mm (1.22") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 152.3 rainfall days, and 437mm (17.2") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Jūrmala. In Jūrmala, in December, snow falls for 12.4 days, with typically accumulated 95mm (3.74") of snow. Throughout the year, in Jūrmala, Latvia, there are 57.7 snowfall days, and 393mm (15.47") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 6h and 54min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:38 and sunset at 15:50. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 09:03 and sunset at 15:54 EET.
Sunshine
December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.1h of sunshine.UV index
January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 1 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Jūrmala, Latvia
- Average high temperature in December: 1.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (22°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-1.2°C).
- Average low temperature in December: -1°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (14.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-4.4°C).
Average pressure in December
Jūrmala, Latvia
- Average pressure in December: 1011.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is October (1016.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1011.3mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Jūrmala, Latvia
- Average wind speed in December: 19.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (19.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (13.3km/h).
Average humidity in December
Jūrmala, Latvia
- Average humidity in December: 88%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (72%).
Average rainfall in December
Jūrmala, Latvia
- Average rainfall in December: 31mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (51mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (23mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Jūrmala, Latvia
- Average rainfall days in December: 11.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.5 days).
Average snowfall in December
Jūrmala, Latvia
- Average snowfall in December: 95mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (101mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Jūrmala, Latvia
- Average snowfall days in December: 12.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Jūrmala, Latvia
- Average daylight in December: 6h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in December: 2h and 6min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Jūrmala, Latvia
- Average sunshine days in December: 8.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is April (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (8.1 days).
Average UV index in December
Jūrmala, Latvia
- Average UV index in December: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Jūrmala, Latvia
- Average cloud cover in December: 75
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in December
Jūrmala, Latvia
- Average visibility in December: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (8km).
