December weather forecast
Rachaiya, Lebanon

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Weather in December

December in Rachaiya accentuates the transition to winter with temperatures falling to 15.2°C (59.4°F). The increase in rainfall to 87mm (3.43") from 30mm (1.18") in November reflects the wetter aspects of the climate. The reduced daylight hours, coupled with cooler temperatures and increased cloud cover, add to the growing winter conditions. The city is led deeper into winter, gearing towards the start of a new year with the anticipation of January's weather patterns.

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a light shift in temperature, down from an agreeable 20°C (68°F) in November to a mild 15.2°C (59.4°F). In Rachaiya, an average temperature of 8.6°C (47.5°F) is noted during December nights.

Humidity

In Rachaiya, the average relative humidity in December is 66%.

Rainfall

In Rachaiya, Lebanon, in December, during 12 rainfall days, 87mm (3.43") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rachaiya, during the entire year, the rain falls for 90.1 days and collects up to 421mm (16.57") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Rachaiya are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 2mm (0.08") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 2 snowfall days, and 32mm (1.26") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Rachaiya is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 16:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 16:39 EET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Rachaiya is 6.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Rachaiya are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Rachaiya in December?

The high-temperature in Rachaiya during December is 15.2°C (59.4°F) and the low-temperature is 8.6°C (47.5°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is computed to be 30°C (86°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Rachaiya?

In Rachaiya, Lebanon, the average relative humidity in December is 66%.

How much does it rain in Rachaiya in December?

In Rachaiya, Lebanon, in December, during 12 rainfall days, 87mm (3.43") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Rachaiya?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 2mm (0.08") of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rachaiya?

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Rachaiya, Lebanon.

How many hours of daylight does Rachaiya have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 59min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Rachaiya?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 16:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 16:39 EET.

How long on average sun shines in December in Rachaiya?

The average sunshine duration in December in Rachaiya, Lebanon, is 6.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Rachaiya?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index reading in December in Rachaiya?

In Rachaiya, Lebanon, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Rachaiya, Lebanon

Average temperature in December - Rachaiya, Lebanon
  • Average high temperature in December: 15.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (30.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (12.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 8.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (20.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (6.5°C).

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Average pressure in December
Rachaiya, Lebanon

Average pressure in December - Rachaiya, Lebanon
  • Average pressure in December: 1018.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1018.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1006.6mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Rachaiya, Lebanon

Average wind speed in December - Rachaiya, Lebanon
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (8.1km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Rachaiya, Lebanon

Average humidity in December - Rachaiya, Lebanon
  • Average humidity in December: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (71%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and November (55%).

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Average rainfall in December
Rachaiya, Lebanon

Average rainfall in December - Rachaiya, Lebanon
  • Average rainfall in December: 87mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (105mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Rachaiya, Lebanon

Average rainfall days in December - Rachaiya, Lebanon
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Rachaiya, Lebanon

Average snowfall in December - Rachaiya, Lebanon
  • Average snowfall in December: 2mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (20mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Rachaiya, Lebanon

Average snowfall days in December - Rachaiya, Lebanon
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rachaiya, Lebanon

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rachaiya, Lebanon
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Rachaiya, Lebanon

Average sunshine days in December - Rachaiya, Lebanon
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (29.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Rachaiya, Lebanon

Average UV index in December - Rachaiya, Lebanon
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in December
Rachaiya, Lebanon

Average cloud cover in December - Rachaiya, Lebanon
  • Average cloud cover in December: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 34).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 3).

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Average visibility in December
Rachaiya, Lebanon

Average visibility in December - Rachaiya, Lebanon
  • 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).

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