December weather forecast
Fauske, Norway

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Fauske, Norway, with an average temperature ranging between max 0.4°C (32.7°F) and min -2.5°C (27.5°F).

Temperature

With the start of December, Fauske measures an average high-temperature of a still wintry 0.4°C (32.7°F), not significantly differing from November's 3.1°C (37.6°F). Fauske maintains an average of approximately a subzero cold -2.5°C (27.5°F) during December nights, with only a minimal decrease from the daytime temperature.

Humidity

In Fauske, Norway, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Fauske, in December, during 8.8 rainfall days, 69mm (2.72") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 164.1 rainfall days, and 790mm (31.1") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 10.7 days. Throughout December, 128mm (5.04") of snow is accumulated. In Fauske, during the entire year, snow falls for 72.9 days and aggregates up to 1099mm (43.27") of snow.

Sea temperature

In Fauske, the average seawater temperature in December is 6.2°C (43.2°F).
Note: Swimming in 6.2°C (43.2°F) poses a severe threat. Even short exposure to 13°C (55.4°F) is chilling, and going below 10°C (50°F) can cause breathing irregularities and intense cold shock, based on one's stamina.

Daylight

In Fauske, the average length of the day in December is 1h and 42min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:14 and sunset at 13:21. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 11:07 and sunset at 12:55 CET.

Sunshine

In Fauske, the average sunshine in December is 1.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?
Fauske in December has an average high-temperature of 0.4°C (32.7°F) and an average low-temperature of -2.5°C (27.5°F).
What is the average humidity in December?
The average relative humidity in December is 77%.
How much does it rain in December?
In December, the rain falls for 8.8 days. Throughout December, 69mm (2.72") of precipitation is accumulated.
How much does it snow in December?
In December, it is snowing for 10.7 days. Throughout December, 128mm (5.04") of snow is accumulated.
What is the water temperature in December?
In December, the average sea temperature is 6.2°C (43.2°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.
What is the average length of the day in December?
In Fauske, the average day length in December is 1h and 42min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:14 and sunset at 13:21. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 11:07 and sunset at 12:55 CET.
How many hours of sunshine does Fauske have in December?
The average sunshine duration in December is 1.6h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.
What is the UV index intensity in December?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Fauske, Norway
Average temperature in December
Fauske, Norway
  • Average high temperature in December: 0.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (14.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-1.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -2.5°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (10.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-4.4°C).

Average pressure in December - Fauske, Norway
Average pressure in December
Fauske, Norway
  • Average pressure in December: 1001.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1001.8mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Fauske, Norway
Average wind speed in December
Fauske, Norway
  • Average wind speed in December: 22.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (24.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.8km/h).

Average humidity in December - Fauske, Norway
Average humidity in December
Fauske, Norway
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is April (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in December - Fauske, Norway
Average rainfall in December
Fauske, Norway
  • Average rainfall in December: 69mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (88mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (53mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Fauske, Norway
Average rainfall days in December
Fauske, Norway
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in December - Fauske, Norway
Average snowfall in December
Fauske, Norway
  • Average snowfall in December: 128mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (228mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Fauske, Norway
Average snowfall days in December
Fauske, Norway
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (15.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December - Fauske, Norway
Average sea temperature in December
Fauske, Norway
  • Average sea temperature in December: 6.2°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is July (13.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (3.3°C).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fauske, Norway
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Fauske, Norway
  • Average daylight in December: 1h and 4min

The month with the longest days is May (Average daylight: 19h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 1h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December - Fauske, Norway
Average sunshine days in December
Fauske, Norway
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (9.2 days).

Average UV index in December - Fauske, Norway
Average UV index in December
Fauske, Norway
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December - Fauske, Norway
Average cloud cover in December
Fauske, Norway
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 53).

Average visibility in December - Fauske, Norway
Average visibility in December
Fauske, Norway
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The month with the highest visibility is August (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (9km).

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