December weather forecast
Rachaiya, Lebanon

December

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

In Rachaiya, the beginning of December is marked by a marginally lowered average high-temperature, shifting from November's pleasant 20°C (68°F) to a mild 15.2°C (59.4°F). In Rachaiya, the average low-temperature during the month of December is a chilly 8.6°C (47.5°F).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Rachaiya, in December, it is raining for 12 days, with typically 87mm (3.43") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 90.1 rainfall days, and 421mm (16.57") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall 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. In Rachaiya, during the entire year, snow falls for 2 days and aggregates up to 32mm (1.26") of snow.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 6.3h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 3 during December translates into the following guidance:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?
Rachaiya in December has an average high-temperature of 15.2°C (59.4°F) and an average low-temperature of 8.6°C (47.5°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is appraised at 30°C (86°F).
What is the average humidity in December?
In Rachaiya, the average relative humidity in December is 66%.
How many days does it rain in December?
In Rachaiya, in December, it is raining for 12 days, with typically 87mm (3.43") of accumulated precipitation.
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?
With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Rachaiya, Lebanon.
What is the average length of the day in December?
In December, the average day length is 9h and 59min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December?
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 many hours of sunshine does Rachaiya have in December?
In Rachaiya, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.3h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.
How high is the UV index in December?
The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
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).

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).

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).

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%).

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).

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).

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).

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).

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).

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).

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).

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).

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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