December weather forecast
Hjelmeland, Norway

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Hjelmeland, Norway, with an average temperature ranging between min -0.3°C (31.5°F) and max 2.5°C (36.5°F).

Temperature

With the onset of December, a modest change to a still wintry 2.5°C (36.5°F) from November's 5.2°C (41.4°F) is noted in high-temperature. The low temperature average in Hjelmeland during December reflects a slight decrease to a freezing cold -0.3°C (31.5°F) from the day's peak.

Humidity

In Hjelmeland, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Hjelmeland is December, when the rain falls for 19.1 days and typically aggregates up to 161mm (6.34") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Hjelmeland, Norway, are January through May, October through December. In Hjelmeland, Norway, during December, snow falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 102mm (4.02") of snow. In Hjelmeland, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.8 days and aggregates up to 577mm (22.72") of snow.

Sea temperature

In Hjelmeland, the average seawater temperature in December is 8.1°C (46.6°F).
Note: Diving into 8.1°C (46.6°F) is practical below 10°C (50°F), given you're wearing protective swim gear; without it, expect a quick onset of cold shock and a struggle to breathe. Merely touching waters at 13°C (55.4°F) feels ice-cold.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Hjelmeland is December, with an average of 6h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 09:04 and sunset at 15:44. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 09:30 and sunset at 15:46 CET.

Sunshine

With an average of 2.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Hjelmeland.

UV index

February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Hjelmeland. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Hjelmeland?

In Hjelmeland, in December, the average high-temperature is 2.5°C (36.5°F), and the average low-temperature is -0.3°C (31.5°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Hjelmeland?

In Hjelmeland, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

What is the wettest month in Hjelmeland?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Hjelmeland, Norway. Rain falls for 19.1 days and accumulates 161mm (6.34") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Hjelmeland in December?

In Hjelmeland, Norway, in December, it is raining for 19.1 days, with typically 161mm (6.34") of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Hjelmeland in December?

In Hjelmeland, Norway, in December, during 7.1 snowfall days, 102mm (4.02") of snow is typically accumulated.

How cold is the water in December in Hjelmeland?

In December, the average sea temperature in Hjelmeland is 8.1°C (46.6°F). Swimming in 8.1°C (46.6°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hjelmeland?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 6h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Hjelmeland?

In December, the average day length in Hjelmeland is 6h and 16min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Hjelmeland?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 09:04 and sunset at 15:44. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:30 and sunset at 15:46 CET.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Hjelmeland?

With an average of 2.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Hjelmeland.

How many hours of sunshine does Hjelmeland have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Hjelmeland?

February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December in Hjelmeland?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Hjelmeland, Norway

Average temperature in December - Hjelmeland, Norway
  • Average high temperature in December: 2.5°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (15.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (1.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -0.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-2.2°C).

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Average pressure in December
Hjelmeland, Norway

Average pressure in December - Hjelmeland, Norway
  • Average pressure in December: 1006.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1006.8mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Hjelmeland, Norway

Average wind speed in December - Hjelmeland, Norway
  • Average wind speed in December: 18.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (18.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (11.2km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Hjelmeland, Norway

Average humidity in December - Hjelmeland, Norway
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Hjelmeland, Norway

Average rainfall in December - Hjelmeland, Norway
  • Average rainfall in December: 161mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (161mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (54mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Hjelmeland, Norway

Average rainfall days in December - Hjelmeland, Norway
  • Average rainfall days in December: 19.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Hjelmeland, Norway

Average snowfall in December - Hjelmeland, Norway
  • Average snowfall in December: 102mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (189mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Hjelmeland, Norway

Average snowfall days in December - Hjelmeland, Norway
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Hjelmeland, Norway

Average sea temperature in December - Hjelmeland, Norway
  • Average sea temperature in December: 8.1°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (16.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (4.6°C).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hjelmeland, Norway

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hjelmeland, Norway
  • Average daylight in December: 6h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Hjelmeland, Norway

Average sunshine days in December - Hjelmeland, Norway
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (9.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Hjelmeland, Norway

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Hjelmeland, Norway

Average cloud cover in December - Hjelmeland, Norway
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 46).

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Average visibility in December
Hjelmeland, Norway

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

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

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Hjelmeland, Norway

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