December weather forecastBirgu, Malta
December
Weather in December
December forecasts return to the familiar cooler, windier climate of Birgu. Despite the presence of short bursts of heavy rain, sunnier intervals break the cloudiness and the chilly weather does not usually deter tourists. As festive light illuminates the city streets and Christmas markets fill with seasonal crafts, it’s an enchanting month to experience Birgu.Temperature
Transition into December subtly marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moderately moving from a pleasant 20.4°C (68.7°F) in November to an enjoyable 17.1°C (62.8°F). December notes an average low temperature of 15.9°C (60.6°F) in Birgu, subtly down from the daytime highs.Humidity
The least humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 69%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 14.5 days. Throughout December, 42mm (1.65") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 107.6 rainfall days, and 347mm (13.66") of precipitation is accumulated.Sea temperature
In Birgu, the average seawater temperature in December is 18.2°C (64.8°F).Note: Swimming is not enjoyable for most people in water that is 18.2°C (64.8°F). As the temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), breathing control becomes harder.
Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Birgu, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CET.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 6.4h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 4 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Exercise caution. Those with pale skin may experience burns in less than half an hour. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Birgu, Malta
- Average high temperature in December: 17.1°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (27.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (14.9°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 15.9°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (26.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (13.5°C).
Average pressure in December
Birgu, Malta
- Average pressure in December: 1019.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1019.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1013.9mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Birgu, Malta
- Average wind speed in December: 27.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (27.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (13.2km/h).
Average humidity in December
Birgu, Malta
- Average humidity in December: 69%
The month with the highest relative humidity is April (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is December (69%).
Average rainfall in December
Birgu, Malta
- Average rainfall in December: 42mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (76mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Birgu, Malta
- Average rainfall days in December: 14.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (0.9 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Birgu, Malta
- Average sea temperature in December: 18.2°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (26.1°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (15.4°C).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Birgu, Malta
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in December: 6h and 24min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Birgu, Malta
- Average sunshine days in December: 12.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (29.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (12 days).
Average UV index in December
Birgu, Malta
- Average UV index in December: 4
The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in December
Birgu, Malta
- Average cloud cover in December: 32
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 4).
Average visibility in December
Birgu, Malta
- 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).
