December weather forecast
Haugesund, Norway

December

Weather in December

The weather in December enthusiastically welcomes winter as temperatures plunge further, settling at 42.3°F. Rivaling January, December gets the city dressed up in snow with up to 1.65" falling throughout the month. Comparing December with November, it is observed that both sea and air temperatures decline, and cloudy skies rule the scenario, making it the month with the least clear days. Frequent showers further dampen the atmosphere, although the snow and holiday decorations lend a festive air to the city. Light wind gusts make the temperatures feel chillier, marking December as the start of yet another prolonged winter season.

Temperature

December's arrival registers an average high-temperature of a wintry 42.3°F, closely aligning with the temperature of the previous month. The nights of December anticipate a slight dip from daytime high temperatures, settling to an average low-temperature of 38.3°F.

Humidity

In Haugesund, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Haugesund, in December, during 21.8 rainfall days, 6.1" of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Haugesund, during the entire year, the rain falls for 220.1 days and collects up to 50.79" of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 4 days. Throughout December, 1.65" of snow is accumulated. In Haugesund, Norway, during the entire year, snow falls for 22 days and aggregates up to 8.39" of snow.

Sea temperature

In Haugesund, in December, the average water temperature is 46.9°F.
Note: You can swim in 46.9°F below 50°F with proper thermal wear; failing that, the cold shock and respiratory challenges are nearly certain. A short span at 55.4°F without it is tough.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 6h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Haugesund, sunrise is at 09:10 and sunset at 15:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:35 and sunset at 15:48 CET.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.2h of sunshine.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Haugesund?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Haugesund, Norway, during December are 42.3°F and 38.3°F respectively.
What is the average humidity in December in Haugesund?
The average relative humidity in December in Haugesund is 78%.
How much does it rain in Haugesund in December?
In Haugesund, Norway, during December, the rain falls for 21.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 6.1" of precipitation.
How many days does it snow in December in Haugesund?
In Haugesund, during December, snow falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" of snow.
How cold is the water in December in Haugesund?
In Haugesund, in December, the average water temperature is 46.9°F. At temperatures below 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 55.4°F is not comfortable.
What is the month with the shortest days in Haugesund?
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 6h and 12min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December in Haugesund?
In Haugesund, the average day length in December is 6h and 13min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Haugesund?
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 09:10 and sunset at 15:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:35 and sunset at 15:48 CET.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Haugesund?
The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 2.2h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in December in Haugesund?
In December, the average sunshine duration in Haugesund, Norway, is 2.2h.
What is the UV index reading in December in Haugesund?
The average daily maximum UV index in December in Haugesund, Norway, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December - Haugesund, Norway
Average temperature in December
Haugesund, Norway
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (61.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (39.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 38.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (56.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (35.8°F).

Average pressure in December - Haugesund, Norway
Average pressure in December
Haugesund, Norway
  • Average pressure in December: 29.72"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (29.97"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (29.72"Hg).

Average wind speed in December - Haugesund, Norway
Average wind speed in December
Haugesund, Norway
  • Average wind speed in December: 16.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (16.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (10.9mph).

Average humidity in December - Haugesund, Norway
Average humidity in December
Haugesund, Norway
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May, October and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December - Haugesund, Norway
Average rainfall in December
Haugesund, Norway
  • Average rainfall in December: 6.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (6.22").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (2.28").

Average rainfall days in December - Haugesund, Norway
Average rainfall days in December
Haugesund, Norway
  • Average rainfall days in December: 21.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (14.6 days).

Average snowfall in December - Haugesund, Norway
Average snowfall in December
Haugesund, Norway
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.44").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December - Haugesund, Norway
Average snowfall days in December
Haugesund, Norway
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December - Haugesund, Norway
Average sea temperature in December
Haugesund, Norway
  • Average sea temperature in December: 46.9°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (61.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (40.6°F).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Haugesund, Norway
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Haugesund, Norway
  • Average daylight in December: 6h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December - Haugesund, Norway
Average sunshine days in December
Haugesund, Norway
  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (13.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (6.2 days).

Average UV index in December - Haugesund, Norway
Average UV index in December
Haugesund, Norway
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December - Haugesund, Norway
Average cloud cover in December
Haugesund, Norway
  • Average cloud cover in December: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 47).

Average visibility in December - Haugesund, Norway
Average visibility in December
Haugesund, Norway
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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