December weather forecast
Lukla, Nepal

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The valley village of Lukla, Nepal, overlooking the beautiful Himalayas, viewed from Khumbu Valley
The valley village of Lukla, Nepal, overlooking the beautiful Himalayas, viewed from Khumbu Valley

Weather in December

December concludes the annual weather cycle in Lukla, offering a full-fledged winter experience. It's a time when chilly winds, lower temperatures, and regular snow showers become the norm, coating the town in a fresh layer of pristine white. Exhibiting the year's second-lowest average high temperature at -1.5°C (29.3°F), December reaffirms its spot as a prominent winter month. January will proceed with similar, if not colder, conditions with the climate staying true to its freezing winter characteristic. Despite the sub-zero temperatures, lengthened sunshine periods offer a welcoming warmth amid the cold.

Temperature

Lukla's average high-temperature in December is a freezing cold -1.5°C (29.3°F), indicating a subtle variation from November. December is noted for a mean low-temperature of -11.8°C (10.8°F).

Humidity

The least humid month in Lukla, Nepal, is December, with an average relative humidity of 41%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 1.3 days. Throughout December, 9mm (0.35") of precipitation is accumulated. In Lukla, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.5 days and collects up to 1206mm (47.48") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through December. In Lukla, in December, snow falls for 3.7 days, with typically accumulated 69mm (2.72") of snow. In Lukla, Nepal, during the entire year, snow falls for 164.6 days and aggregates up to 3156mm (124.25") of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Lukla, with an average of 10h and 24min of daylight.
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.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 7.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through April, June through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Lukla in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Lukla during December are -1.5°C (29.3°F) and -11.8°C (10.8°F) respectively.

What is the least humid month in Lukla?

The least humid month in Lukla is December, with an average relative humidity of 41%.

What is the average humidity in December in Lukla?

In Lukla, Nepal, the average relative humidity in December is 41%.

How much does it rain in Lukla in December?

In Lukla, Nepal, in December, during 1.3 rainfall days, 9mm (0.35") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Lukla in December?

In Lukla, Nepal, in December, snow falls for 3.7 days, with typically accumulated 69mm (2.72") of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lukla?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Lukla?

In December, the average day length is 10h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Lukla?

On the first day of December in Lukla, Nepal, 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 long on average sun shines in December in Lukla?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 7.5h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Lukla?

January through April, June through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the highest UV index in Lukla.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Lukla?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Lukla is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Lukla, Nepal

Average temperature in December - Lukla, 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).

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Average pressure in December
Lukla, Nepal

Average pressure in December - Lukla, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Lukla, Nepal

Average wind speed in December - Lukla, 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).

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Average humidity in December
Lukla, Nepal

Average humidity in December - Lukla, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Lukla, Nepal

Average rainfall in December - Lukla, 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).

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Average rainfall days in December
Lukla, Nepal

Average rainfall days in December - Lukla, 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).

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Average snowfall in December
Lukla, Nepal

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

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

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Average snowfall days in December
Lukla, Nepal

Average snowfall days in December - Lukla, 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).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lukla, Nepal

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lukla, 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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Lukla, Nepal

Average sunshine days in December - Lukla, 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).

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Average UV index in December
Lukla, Nepal

Average UV index in December - Lukla, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Lukla, Nepal

Average cloud cover in December - Lukla, 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).

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Average visibility in December
Lukla, Nepal

Average visibility in December - Lukla, 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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