December weather forecastBalti, Moldova

December

Weather in December

December in Balti is synonymous with winter. The temperatures continue to plummet, combined with a significant spike in snowfall, accumulating up to 83mm (3.27"). This significant uptick in snowfall from November marks the glorious arrival of winter in its fullness. The city truly transforms, becoming a picturesque winter wonderland coated in glittering snow, drawing the year to a close with a stunning white canvas.

Temperature

The onset of December in Balti entails a temperature shift, as the average high-temperature decreases from a chilly 8.7°C (47.7°F) in November to a wintry 1.6°C (34.9°F). December nighttime temperatures hover close to the daytime peak with an average of -3°C (26.6°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Balti is 85%.

Rainfall

In Balti, during December, the rain falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 20mm (0.79") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 102.3 rainfall days, and 265mm (10.43") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, October through December are months with snowfall in Balti. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7.6 days and accumulates 83mm (3.27") of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Balti, Moldova.
On the first day of December in Balti, Moldova, sunrise is at 07:36 and sunset at 16:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:56 and sunset at 16:26 EET.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.3h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.

Frequently asked questions

During December, Balti experiences an average high-temperature of 1.6°C (34.9°F) and a low-temperature of -3°C (26.6°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 29°C (84.2°F).

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

In Balti, Moldova, during December, the rain falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 20mm (0.79") of precipitation.

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 7.6 days and accumulates 83mm (3.27") of snow.

In Balti, in December, snow falls for 7.6 days, with typically accumulated 83mm (3.27") of snow.

December has the shortest days of the year in Balti, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.

In Balti, the average day length in December is 8h and 29min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:36 and sunset at 16:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:56 and sunset at 16:26 EET.

The average sunshine duration in December in Balti, Moldova, is 4.3h.

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

In Balti, Moldova, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Balti, Moldova

  • Average high temperature in December: 1.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (28.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-1.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (16°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-5.8°C).

Average pressure in December
Balti, Moldova

  • Average pressure in December: 1019.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is October (1020.2mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1013.4mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Balti, Moldova

  • Average wind speed in December: 12.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (14.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.6km/h).

Average humidity in December
Balti, Moldova

  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (55%).

Average rainfall in December
Balti, Moldova

  • Average rainfall in December: 20mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (52mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (12mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Balti, Moldova

  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Balti, Moldova

  • Average snowfall in December: 83mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (83mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Balti, Moldova

  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Balti, Moldova

  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 30min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Balti, Moldova

  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (24.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Balti, Moldova

  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Balti, Moldova

  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in December
Balti, Moldova

  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (8km).