December weather forecast
Kirkenes, Norway

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Weather in December

Embracing the quintessential arctic winter, December in Kirkenes, Norway features a steady dive in temperatures, often dipping as low as -7.7°C (18.1°F). The city receives an extended run of polar nights, characterized by an almost continuous absence of daylight. As snowfall increases to 95mm (3.74"), Kirkenes transforms into a magical winter utopia. When contrasted with January, December seems more severe, with increased snowfall and lower temperatures. It paints a picture of a true winter wonderland, echoing the serene beauty of an Arctic winter.

Temperature

Kirkenes sees the arrival of December with an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold -3.6°C (25.5°F), indicating a subtle variation from November. Kirkenes notes an average temperature descent to a still freezing cold -7.7°C (18.1°F) in December, a small shift from its daytime peak.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Kirkenes, Norway, is 89%.

Rainfall

In Kirkenes, Norway, in December, during 4.5 rainfall days, 20mm (0.79") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kirkenes, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109 days and collects up to 292mm (11.5") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 16.6 days and typically aggregates up to 95mm (3.74") of snow.

Daylight

The months with the shortest days are June and December, with an average of 0h and 0min of daylight.

Sunshine

With an average of 0.3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Kirkenes are January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Kirkenes?

The high-temperature, in December, in Kirkenes, records -3.6°C (25.5°F), while the low-temperature is -7.7°C (18.1°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Kirkenes?

In Kirkenes, the average relative humidity in December is 89%.

How many days does it rain in December in Kirkenes?

In Kirkenes, during December, the rain falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 20mm (0.79") of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Kirkenes?

The month with the most snowfall in Kirkenes, Norway, is December, when snow falls for 16.6 days and typically aggregates up to 95mm (3.74") of snow.

How much does it snow in Kirkenes in December?

In Kirkenes, Norway, in December, during 16.6 snowfall days, 95mm (3.74") of snow is typically accumulated.

What are the months with the shortest days in Kirkenes?

June and December, with an average of 0h and 0min of daylight, are months with the shortest days in Kirkenes, Norway.

How many hours of daylight does Kirkenes have in December?

The average day length in December in Kirkenes is 0h and 0min.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Kirkenes?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 0.3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Kirkenes have in December?

In Kirkenes, Norway, the average sunshine duration in December is 0.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Kirkenes?

January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Kirkenes.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Kirkenes?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Kirkenes, Norway, is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Kirkenes, Norway

Average temperature in December - Kirkenes, Norway
  • Average high temperature in December: -3.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (14.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-6.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -7.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (9.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-10.8°C).

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Average pressure in December
Kirkenes, Norway

Average pressure in December - Kirkenes, Norway
  • Average pressure in December: 1002.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1002.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Kirkenes, Norway

Average wind speed in December - Kirkenes, Norway
  • Average wind speed in December: 20.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (21.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (14.7km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Kirkenes, Norway

Average humidity in December - Kirkenes, Norway
  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Kirkenes, Norway

Average rainfall in December - Kirkenes, Norway
  • Average rainfall in December: 20mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (34mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (15mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Kirkenes, Norway

Average rainfall days in December - Kirkenes, Norway
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Kirkenes, Norway

Average snowfall in December - Kirkenes, Norway
  • Average snowfall in December: 95mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (95mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Kirkenes, Norway

Average snowfall days in December - Kirkenes, Norway
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.7 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is August (0.1 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kirkenes, Norway
  • Average daylight in December: 0h and 0min

The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 18h and 6min).
The months with the shortest days are June and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 0h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Kirkenes, Norway

Average sunshine days in December - Kirkenes, Norway
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January, July and August (12.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (7.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Kirkenes, Norway

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Kirkenes, Norway

Average cloud cover in December - Kirkenes, Norway
  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 54).

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Average visibility in December
Kirkenes, Norway

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

The months with the highest visibility are June, July and August (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and April (8km).

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