December weather forecastKvalsund, Norway
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Kvalsund, Norway, with an average temperature ranging between min -3.4°C (25.9°F) and max -0.4°C (31.3°F).Temperature
December's onset brings an average high-temperature of a freezing cold -0.4°C (31.3°F), showing a minute difference from November's 1.5°C (34.7°F). Nighttime temperature sees a small decrement from daytime highs, dipping to an average of -3.4°C (25.9°F) during December.Humidity
In Kvalsund, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.Rainfall
September and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 5.5 days and typically aggregates up to 33mm (1.3") of rain.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In Kvalsund, during December, snow falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 110mm (4.33") of snow. In Kvalsund, during the entire year, snow falls for 96.3 days and aggregates up to 928mm (36.54") of snow.Sea temperature
In Kvalsund, Norway, in December, the average water temperature is 5.9°C (42.6°F).Note: Swimming in 5.9°C (42.6°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
The months with the shortest days in Kvalsund are June and December, with an average of 0h and 0min of daylight.Sunshine
December has the least sunshine of the year in Kvalsund, with an average of 0.3h of sunshine.UV index
In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Kvalsund, Norway
- Average high temperature in December: -0.4°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (12.7°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (-2.3°C).
- Average low temperature in December: -3.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (9.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-5.8°C).
Average pressure in December
Kvalsund, Norway
- Average pressure in December: 1000.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1013.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1000.5mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Kvalsund, Norway
- Average wind speed in December: 24.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (25.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (15.4km/h).
Average humidity in December
Kvalsund, Norway
- Average humidity in December: 81%
The months with the highest relative humidity are April and May (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and June (79%).
Average rainfall in December
Kvalsund, Norway
- Average rainfall in December: 33mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (47mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and December (33mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Kvalsund, Norway
- Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.6 days).
Average snowfall in December
Kvalsund, Norway
- Average snowfall in December: 110mm
The month with the highest snowfall is March (145mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Kvalsund, Norway
- Average snowfall days in December: 12.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (16.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Kvalsund, Norway
- Average sea temperature in December: 5.9°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (10.6°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (4.8°C).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Kvalsund, Norway
- Average daylight in December: 0h and 0min
The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 18h and 24min).
The months with the shortest days are June and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in December: 0h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
Kvalsund, Norway
- Average sunshine days in December: 14.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Kvalsund, Norway
- Average UV index in December: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March, October and November (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Kvalsund, Norway
- Average cloud cover in December: 64
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 59).
Average visibility in December
Kvalsund, Norway
- Average visibility in December: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are March and April (8km).
