December weather forecast
Cahul, Moldova

December

Weather in December

December brings with it the winter chill, marking the end of the year with low temperatures of -1.1°C (30°F) on average. The weather is typically cold and blustery, with increased snowfall compared to the previous month. As the days grow shorter, and with the lowest amount of sunlight of the year, this winter month calls for hot drinks and indoor warming activities. Despite fewer daylight hours, the city's weather is characterized by a vibrant holiday mood, making the snow-covered landscape look even more beautiful under the twinkling city lights.

Temperature

During the transition into December, Cahul observes a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a fresh 10.4°C (50.7°F) in November to a cold 3.6°C (38.5°F). Cahul, in December, registers a nighttime average temperature of -1.1°C (30°F).

Humidity

In Cahul, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Cahul, Moldova, in December, during 7 rainfall days, 25mm (0.98") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 116 rainfall days, and 347mm (13.66") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Cahul, in December, snow falls for 4.1 days, with typically accumulated 46mm (1.81") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 19.1 snowfall days, and 184mm (7.24") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:28 and sunset at 16:24. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 07:48 and sunset at 16:32 EET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?
In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 3.6°C (38.5°F) and -1.1°C (30°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is estimated at 31°C (87.8°F).
What is the average humidity in December?
In Cahul, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.
How many days does it rain in December?
In Cahul, during December, the rain falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 25mm (0.98") of precipitation.
How much does it snow in December?
In Cahul, in December, snow falls for 4.1 days, with typically accumulated 46mm (1.81") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days?
With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
What is the average length of the day in December?
In Cahul, the average day length in December is 8h and 44min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:28 and sunset at 16:24. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:48 and sunset at 16:32 EET.
How many hours of sunshine does Cahul have in December?
In December, the average sunshine duration is 5h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Cahul?
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.
How high is the UV index in December?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December - Cahul, Moldova
Average temperature in December
Cahul, Moldova
  • Average high temperature in December: 3.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (29.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (0.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -1.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (18°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-4.3°C).

Average pressure in December - Cahul, Moldova
Average pressure in December
Cahul, Moldova
  • Average pressure in December: 1019.8mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are October and December (1019.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1012.7mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Cahul, Moldova
Average wind speed in December
Cahul, Moldova
  • Average wind speed in December: 14.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (15.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (11.8km/h).

Average humidity in December - Cahul, Moldova
Average humidity in December
Cahul, Moldova
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (48%).

Average rainfall in December - Cahul, Moldova
Average rainfall in December
Cahul, Moldova
  • Average rainfall in December: 25mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (60mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (13mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Cahul, Moldova
Average rainfall days in December
Cahul, Moldova
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in December - Cahul, Moldova
Average snowfall in December
Cahul, Moldova
  • Average snowfall in December: 46mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (53mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Cahul, Moldova
Average snowfall days in December
Cahul, Moldova
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cahul, Moldova
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Cahul, Moldova
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December - Cahul, Moldova
Average sunshine days in December
Cahul, Moldova
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (24.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.7 days).

Average UV index in December - Cahul, Moldova
Average UV index in December
Cahul, Moldova
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December - Cahul, Moldova
Average cloud cover in December
Cahul, Moldova
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in December - Cahul, Moldova
Average visibility in December
Cahul, Moldova
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

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

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