December weather forecastGostivar, Macedonia
December
Weather in December
Welcoming winter, December offers Gostivar a snowy landscape, with an average snowfall of 156mm (6.14"). The city dons a white cloak as temperatures often hover below freezing, creating an inviting environment for winter activities. Basic necessities include warm clothing as the cold sets in. Crisp days coupled with early dusk engender a festive atmosphere, with twinkling holiday decorations illuminating the city. Conclusively, December’s weather encapsulates the year-end charm of Gostivar, providing a quintessential winter spectacle, perfect for capturing memorable holiday moments.Temperature
With December's onset, the average high-temperature in Gostivar recedes from November's chilly 9.9°C (49.8°F) to an icy 4.3°C (39.7°F). December is noted for a mean low-temperature of -2.5°C (27.5°F).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity in Gostivar is 81%.Rainfall
In December, in Gostivar, Macedonia, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout December, 79mm (3.11") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 191.4 rainfall days, and 888mm (34.96") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Gostivar. In Gostivar, during December, snow falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 156mm (6.14") of snow. In Gostivar, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.1 days and aggregates up to 791mm (31.14") of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 16:06. On the last day of December, in Gostivar, sunrise is at 07:03 and sunset at 16:15 CET.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December in Gostivar is 5.3h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Gostivar are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Gostivar, Macedonia
- Average high temperature in December: 4.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (24.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (1.9°C).
- Average low temperature in December: -2.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-4.9°C).
Average pressure in December
Gostivar, Macedonia
- Average pressure in December: 1020.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.2mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are May and July (1014.1mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Gostivar, Macedonia
- Average wind speed in December: 7.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.5km/h).
Average humidity in December
Gostivar, Macedonia
- Average humidity in December: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (64%).
Average rainfall in December
Gostivar, Macedonia
- Average rainfall in December: 79mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (99mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (52mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Gostivar, Macedonia
- Average rainfall days in December: 12.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (12.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Gostivar, Macedonia
- Average snowfall in December: 156mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (256mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Gostivar, Macedonia
- Average snowfall days in December: 6.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gostivar, Macedonia
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 12min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Gostivar, Macedonia
- Average sunshine days in December: 14.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are April and May (6.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Gostivar, Macedonia
- Average UV index in December: 2
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, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Gostivar, Macedonia
- Average cloud cover in December: 46
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 19).
Average visibility in December
Gostivar, Macedonia
- Average visibility in December: 8km
The month with the highest visibility is August (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (7km).
