December weather forecastGzira, Malta

December

Weather in December

Gzira, Malta, embraces the peak of winter in December, characterized by chilly weather and frequent rain. The rainfall spikes one final time to 42mm (1.65") over 14.5 days, denoting December as the rainiest month. With temperatures reaching a low of 15.9°C (60.6°F), the chill in the air is palpable. Despite intermittent rains, December offers a fair share of sunny days, making outdoor sightseeing still possible. As late-night frosts settle in, the city gears up to welcome the approaching year.

Temperature

The arrival of December is marked by a minor reduction in average high-temperature, sliding from an agreeable 20.4°C (68.7°F) in November to a comfortable 17.1°C (62.8°F). Gzira's December nights demonstrate minimal variation from the daytime temperatures, with an average of 15.9°C (60.6°F).

Humidity

December is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

Rainfall

In Gzira, in December, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 42mm (1.65") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 107.6 rainfall days, and 347mm (13.66") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Gzira, in December, the average water temperature is 18.2°C (64.8°F).
Note: Most people find it challenging to enjoy swimming in water that is 18.2°C (64.8°F). As water temperature falls below 21°C (69.8°F), controlling breathing grows increasingly difficult.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
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 7:12 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CET.

Sunshine

In Gzira, the average sunshine in December is 6.4h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: During December, 4 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.

Frequently asked questions

During December, Gzira experiences an average high-temperature of 17.1°C (62.8°F) and a low-temperature of 15.9°C (60.6°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is evaluated at 30°C (86°F).

December is the least humid month in Gzira, Malta, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

In Gzira, the average relative humidity in December is 69%.

In Gzira, in December, during 14.5 rainfall days, 42mm (1.65") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Gzira, the average seawater temperature in December is 18.2°C (64.8°F). For most, swimming in 18.2°C (64.8°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

In December, the average day length is 9h and 46min.

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 7:12 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CET.

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.4h.

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index.

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Gzira, 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
Gzira, 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
Gzira, 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
Gzira, 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
Gzira, 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
Gzira, 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
Gzira, Malta

  • Average sea temperature in December: 18.2°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (25.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (15.3°C).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gzira, 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
Gzira, 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
Gzira, 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
Gzira, 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
Gzira, 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).