December weather forecast
Kaechon, 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.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?
During December, Kaechon experiences an average high-temperature of -1.8°C (28.8°F) and a low-temperature of -8°C (17.6°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 31°C (87.8°F).
What is the average humidity in December?
The average relative humidity in December is 66%.
How much does it rain in December?
In Kaechon, North Korea, during December, the rain falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 15mm (0.59") of precipitation.
When does it snow the most?
The month with the most snowfall in Kaechon is December, when snow falls for 4.1 days and typically aggregates up to 42mm (1.65") of snow.
How much does it snow in December?
In December, it is snowing for 4.1 days. Throughout December, 42mm (1.65") of snow is accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days?
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Kaechon have in December?
In December, the average day length is 9h and 25min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December?
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.
How many hours of sunshine does Kaechon have in December?
In December, the average sunshine duration in Kaechon is 6h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.
How high is the UV index in December?
The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average humidity
Average rainfall
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Average snowfall
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Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in December - Kaechon, North Korea
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 /
Average sunshine in December
Kaechon, North Korea
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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
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
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
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
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).

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