December weather forecast
Khumjung, Nepal

December

Weather in December

December sets the stage for a full-fledged winter in Khumjung. The weather becomes progressively colder with temperatures weaving their way towards the negatives. An increase in snowfall of 69mm (2.72") defines December as one of the snowiest months of the year. In this month, the shortest daylight hours are noticed, and the town glistens under the winter sun. Despite the dip in temperatures, December's charm remains unscathed and the weather sets a special mood for holiday festivities.

Temperature

The arrival of December sees an average high-temperature of a subzero cold -1.5°C (29.3°F), hardly diverging from November's 0.9°C (33.6°F). An average low-temperature of -11.8°C (10.8°F) is noted during the nights in December in Khumjung.

Humidity

December is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 41%.

Rainfall

In Khumjung, in December, during 1.3 rainfall days, 9mm (0.35") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Khumjung, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.4 days and collects up to 1198mm (47.17") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall. In Khumjung, in December, snow falls for 3.7 days, with typically accumulated 69mm (2.72") of snow. In Khumjung, Nepal, during the entire year, snow falls for 164.1 days and aggregates up to 3078mm (121.18") of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 5:13 pm +0545.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 7.5h.

UV index

January through April, June through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?
Khumjung in December has an average high-temperature of -1.5°C (29.3°F) and an average low-temperature of -11.8°C (10.8°F).
What is the least humid month?
With an average relative humidity of 41%, December is the least humid month.
What is the average humidity in December?
In Khumjung, the average relative humidity in December is 41%.
How many days does it rain in December?
In Khumjung, in December, during 1.3 rainfall days, 9mm (0.35") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How many days does it snow in December?
In Khumjung, in December, snow falls for 3.7 days, with typically accumulated 69mm (2.72") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days?
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 24min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Khumjung have in December?
The average day length in December is 10h and 25min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December?
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 5:13 pm +0545.
How many hours of sunshine does Khumjung have in December?
In Khumjung, the average sunshine duration in December is 7.5h.
When is the highest UV index in Khumjung?
January through April, June through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the highest UV index.
What is the UV index reading in December?
The average daily maximum UV index in December in Khumjung is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in December - Khumjung, Nepal
Average temperature in December
Khumjung, Nepal
  • Average high temperature in December: -1.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (8.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-3.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -11.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-14.7°C).

Average pressure in December - Khumjung, Nepal
Average pressure in December
Khumjung, Nepal
  • Average pressure in December: 1017.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1017.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1006.3mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Khumjung, Nepal
Average wind speed in December
Khumjung, Nepal
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (11km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6km/h).

Average humidity in December - Khumjung, Nepal
Average humidity in December
Khumjung, Nepal
  • Average humidity in December: 41%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is December (41%).

Average rainfall in December - Khumjung, Nepal
Average rainfall in December
Khumjung, Nepal
  • Average rainfall in December: 9mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (312mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (8mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Khumjung, Nepal
Average rainfall days in December
Khumjung, Nepal
  • Average rainfall days in December: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (31 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in December - Khumjung, Nepal
Average snowfall in December
Khumjung, Nepal
  • Average snowfall in December: 69mm

The month with the highest snowfall is May (614mm).
The month with the least snowfall is November (51mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Khumjung, Nepal
Average snowfall days in December
Khumjung, Nepal
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is May (24.4 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is December (3.7 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Khumjung, Nepal
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Khumjung, Nepal
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December - Khumjung, Nepal
Average sunshine days in December
Khumjung, Nepal
  • Average sunshine days in December: 26.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (26.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (0 days).

Average UV index in December - Khumjung, Nepal
Average UV index in December
Khumjung, Nepal
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 2).
The month with the lowest UV index is May (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December - Khumjung, Nepal
Average cloud cover in December
Khumjung, Nepal
  • Average cloud cover in December: 7

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in December - Khumjung, Nepal
Average visibility in December
Khumjung, Nepal
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (7km).

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