December weather forecastTripoli, Libya

Weather in December

In December, Tripoli experiences winter with temperatures falling further and the shortest daylight hours of the year of only 10 hours. Rainfall amounts scale up to 65mm (2.56"), making December the second-wettest month of the year. The temperature in the sea drops further, providing a sharp contrast to the summer season. Daily sunshine dwindles to about 6 hours, and the UV index falls to its annual low of 3. This month rounds out the year with its distinctive winter characteristics.

Temperature

In Tripoli, the beginning of December is marked by a lowered average high-temperature, shifting from November's warm 23°C (73.4°F) to a refreshing 18°C (64.4°F). Tripoli reports an average low-temperature of 9°C (48.2°F) during the nights of December.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 9 days and typically aggregates up to 65mm (2.56") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Tripoli, the average seawater temperature in December is 19°C (66.2°F).
Note: For the majority of people, swimming in water at 19°C (66.2°F) is not enjoyable. The challenge of controlling breathing escalates as the temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Tripoli, Libya, is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:52 and sunset at 18:00. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 08:09 and sunset at 18:11 EET.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Tripoli, Libya, is December, with an average of 6h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Tripoli. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in December leads to these recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.