December weather forecast
Gostivar, Macedonia

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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

How cold does it get in Gostivar in December?

December temperatures in Gostivar, Macedonia, vary between a high-temperature of 4.3°C (39.7°F) and a low-temperature of -2.5°C (27.5°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Gostivar?

In December, the average relative humidity in Gostivar is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Gostivar?

In December, in Gostivar, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout December, 79mm (3.11") of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Gostivar?

In December, it is snowing for 6.3 days. Throughout December, 156mm (6.14") of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gostivar?

With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Gostivar have in December?

In December, the average day length in Gostivar, Macedonia, is 9h and 12min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Gostivar?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:44 and sunset at 16:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:03 and sunset at 16:15 CET.

How long on average sun shines in December in Gostivar?

In Gostivar, Macedonia, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Gostivar?

The months with the lowest UV index in Gostivar are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Gostivar?

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

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).

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Average pressure in December
Gostivar, Macedonia

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).

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Average wind speed in December
Gostivar, Macedonia

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).

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Average humidity in December
Gostivar, Macedonia

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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Gostivar, Macedonia

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).

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Average rainfall days in December
Gostivar, Macedonia

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).

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Average snowfall in December
Gostivar, Macedonia

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).

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Average snowfall days in December
Gostivar, Macedonia

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).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gostivar, Macedonia

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gostivar, Macedonia
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

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 2min

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Gostivar, Macedonia

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).

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Average UV index in December
Gostivar, Macedonia

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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Gostivar, Macedonia

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).

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Average visibility in December
Gostivar, Macedonia

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).

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