December weather forecastKaechon, North Korea
December
Weather in December
December marks the arrival of Kaechon's intense winter season, with temperatures plummeting to daily highs of -1.8°C (28.8°F) and frigid lows of -8°C (17.6°F). As daylight hours shorten, the cold potency of the climate prevails, casting a blanket of white over the city. The first snowfall carpets the city, transforming it into a winter wonderland. As people enjoy indoor warmth, window views of snowflakes swirling in the biting wind become a common sight. With the year coming to a close, Kaechon embraces the silvery glow of winter, welcoming the prospect of a new year.Temperature
December brings a significant decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down from a frosty 7.5°C (45.5°F) in November to a freezing cold -1.8°C (28.8°F). An average nighttime temperature of -8°C (17.6°F) is noted during the month of December.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 66%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 3.3 days. Throughout December, 15mm (0.59") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 98.4 rainfall days, and 605mm (23.82") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 4.1 days and typically aggregates up to 42mm (1.65") of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:38 and sunset at 17:12. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:57 and sunset at 17:21 KST.
Sunshine
In Kaechon, North Korea, the average sunshine in December is 6h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Kaechon are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Kaechon, North Korea
- Average high temperature in December: -1.8°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (27.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-3.8°C).
- Average low temperature in December: -8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (19.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-10.8°C).
Average pressure in December
Kaechon, North Korea
- Average pressure in December: 1024.9mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1026mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1006.8mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Kaechon, North Korea
- Average wind speed in December: 9.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (7.1km/h).
Average humidity in December
Kaechon, North Korea
- Average humidity in December: 66%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (56%).
Average rainfall in December
Kaechon, North Korea
- Average rainfall in December: 15mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (165mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (5mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Kaechon, North Korea
- Average rainfall days in December: 3.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Kaechon, North Korea
- Average snowfall in December: 42mm
The month with the highest snowfall is December (42mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Kaechon, North Korea
- Average snowfall days in December: 4.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (4.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Kaechon, North Korea
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in December: 6h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
Kaechon, North Korea
- Average sunshine days in December: 23.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (26.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.1 days).
Average UV index in December
Kaechon, North Korea
- Average UV index in December: 2
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Kaechon, North Korea
- Average cloud cover in December: 29
The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in December
Kaechon, North Korea
- Average visibility in December: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (8km).
