December weather forecast
Tanchŏn, North Korea

December

Weather in December

December witnesses the peak of winter with a harsh drop in temperature from the preceding month of November. This month serves up the coldest weather accompanied by extensive snowfall of 40mm (1.57"). Shorter daylight hours and reduced number of sunshine days highlight the intensity of this month's chill. Despite these lower temperatures, December displays increased wind speed. Tanchŏn then gears up to welcome the new year and the promise of milder January temperatures.

Temperature

December's arrival signals a significant decrease in average high-temperatures, falling from November's chilly 9.5°C (49.1°F) to a wintry 0.8°C (33.4°F). A minimal decline in temperature from daytime highs is anticipated throughout the December nights, averaging a freezing cold -4°C (24.8°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 68%.

Rainfall

In Tanchŏn, in December, during 6.7 rainfall days, 16mm (0.63") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Tanchŏn, North Korea, during the entire year, the rain falls for 106.2 days and collects up to 539mm (21.22") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. The month with the most snowfall in Tanchŏn is December, when snow falls for 8.1 days and typically aggregates up to 40mm (1.57") of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:28 and sunset at 16:58. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 07:47 and sunset at 17:07 KST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Tanchŏn, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?
In December, in Tanchŏn, the average high-temperature is 0.8°C (33.4°F), and the average low-temperature is -4°C (24.8°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 31°C (87.8°F).
What is the average humidity in December?
In Tanchŏn, the average relative humidity in December is 68%.
How much does it rain in December?
In Tanchŏn, in December, during 6.7 rainfall days, 16mm (0.63") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
When does it snow the most?
The month with the most snowfall in Tanchŏn is December, when snow falls for 8.1 days and typically aggregates up to 40mm (1.57") of snow.
How many days does it snow in December?
In Tanchŏn, in December, snow falls for 8.1 days, with typically accumulated 40mm (1.57") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days?
With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
What is the average length of the day in December?
The average day length in December is 9h and 20min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Tanchŏn?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:28 and sunset at 16:58. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:47 and sunset at 17:07 KST.
What is the month with the least sunshine?
December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.4h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in December?
In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.
When is the lowest UV index?
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.
What is the UV index intensity in December?
The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Tanchŏn, North Korea
  • Average high temperature in December: 0.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (27.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-1.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (20.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-6.8°C).

Average pressure in December
Tanchŏn, North Korea
  • Average pressure in December: 1024.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1025.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1006.4mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Tanchŏn, North Korea
  • Average wind speed in December: 14.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (14.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (8.7km/h).

Average humidity in December
Tanchŏn, North Korea
  • Average humidity in December: 68%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (58%).

Average rainfall in December
Tanchŏn, North Korea
  • Average rainfall in December: 16mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (130mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (9mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Tanchŏn, North Korea
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Tanchŏn, North Korea
  • Average snowfall in December: 40mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (40mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Tanchŏn, North Korea
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (8.1 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
Tanchŏn, North Korea
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Tanchŏn, North Korea
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (24.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Tanchŏn, North Korea
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Tanchŏn, North Korea
  • Average cloud cover in December: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in December
Tanchŏn, North Korea
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

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

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