December weather forecastLielvārde, Latvia

December

Weather in December

December embraces the full onset of winter in Lielvārde, with lower average temperatures than November and a significant rise in snowfall. The snowfall in December leaps from November's 33mm (1.3") to 135mm (5.31"), dipping the city into a winter wonderland setting. The city's climate becomes a symphony of cold temperatures, frosted breath, and snowy vistas, indicating the dominance of winter. Chilly winds become a frequent companion, and shorter daylight hours make the holiday lights twinkle brighter. The weather in Lielvārde in December, painted in shades of white and silver, bids adieu to one year and ushers in a new one with snowy eloquence.

Temperature

The arrival of December in Lielvārde signals a subtle shift in temperature, down from a wintry 3.9°C (39°F) in November to a subzero cold -0.3°C (31.5°F). During December, nights cool slightly to an average low of -3.4°C (25.9°F).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 92%.

Rainfall

In Lielvārde, in December, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 38mm (1.5") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Lielvārde, there are 162.4 rainfall days, and 492mm (19.37") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Lielvārde, in December, snow falls for 18.2 days, with typically accumulated 135mm (5.31") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 82.3 snowfall days, and 717mm (28.23") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Lielvārde is December, with an average of 6h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Lielvārde, sunrise is at 08:32 and sunset at 15:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:56 and sunset at 15:51 EET.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Lielvārde, Latvia, with an average of 2h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Updated: Feb 1, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in December, in Lielvārde, is -0.3°C (31.5°F), while the low-temperature averages to -3.4°C (25.9°F).

The average relative humidity in December is 92%.

In December, in Lielvārde, Latvia, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout December, 38mm (1.5") of precipitation is accumulated.

In Lielvārde, in December, during 18.2 snowfall days, 135mm (5.31") of snow is typically accumulated.

The month with the shortest days in Lielvārde is December, with an average of 6h and 54min of daylight.

In December, the average day length in Lielvārde is 6h and 55min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:32 and sunset at 15:47. On the last day of the month, in Lielvārde, sunrise is at 08:56 and sunset at 15:51 EET.

The month with the least sunshine in Lielvārde, Latvia, is December, with an average of 2h of sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in December in Lielvārde is 2h.

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Lielvārde.

In Lielvārde, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

3.9°C

-0.3°C

-3°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

13.6km/h

15.3km/h

14.6km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

9.5

5.8

8.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Lielvārde, Latvia

Average high temperature in December: -0.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (22.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-3°C).

Average low temperature in December: -3.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (12.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-7.2°C).

Average pressure in December
Lielvārde, Latvia

Average pressure in December: 1012.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is October (1016.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1012.2mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Lielvārde, Latvia

Average wind speed in December: 14.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (14.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.4km/h).

Average humidity in December
Lielvārde, Latvia

Average humidity in December: 92%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Lielvārde, Latvia

Average rainfall in December: 38mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and July (52mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (28mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Lielvārde, Latvia

Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lielvārde, Latvia

Average snowfall in December: 135mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (196mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Lielvārde, Latvia

Average snowfall days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lielvārde, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lielvārde, Latvia

Average sunshine days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (14 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (5.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Lielvārde, 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, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Lielvārde, Latvia

Average cloud cover in December: 81

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 81).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in December
Lielvārde, Latvia

Average visibility in December: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July and August (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and November (7km).