December weather forecast
Leknes, Norway

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Weather in December

December envelopes Leknes in a world of winter wonderland. The mercury descends further, and the town witnesses the shortest daylight period of 0.4 hours. Residents and visitors get to experience a real Nordic winter, clad in warm clothing against the chilly wind. Despite its luminous festive lights, the natural light dwindles, bidding farewell to the declining year.

Temperature

December observes an average high-temperature of a still wintry 2°C (35.6°F), marking an insignificant difference from November's 4°C (39.2°F). Leknes maintains an average low-temperature of -2°C (28.4°F) throughout December's nights.

Rainfall

In Leknes, in December, during 28 rainfall days, 146mm (5.75") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 264 rainfall days, and 1205mm (47.44") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In December, the average sea temperature is 6.8°C (44.2°F).
Note: Danger awaits those who swim in 6.8°C (44.2°F) without protection. Falling below 10°C (50°F) means intense cold shock and hyperventilation.

Daylight

In December, the average length of the day in Leknes is 0h and 21min.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 0h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Leknes.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 0, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 0 during December translates into the following directions:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Leknes in December?

Leknes in December has an average high-temperature of 2°C (35.6°F) and an average low-temperature of -2°C (28.4°F).

How many days does it rain in December in Leknes?

In Leknes, Norway, in December, during 28 rainfall days, 146mm (5.75") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the water temperature in December in Leknes?

In December, the average sea temperature in Leknes is 6.8°C (44.2°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.

How many hours of daylight does Leknes have in December?

In December, the average day length in Leknes is 0h and 21min.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Leknes?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 0h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Leknes?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Leknes is 0h.

When is the lowest UV index in Leknes?

The months with the lowest UV index in Leknes are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 0.

What is the UV index reading in December in Leknes?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 0. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Leknes, Norway

Average temperature in December - Leknes, Norway
  • Average high temperature in December: 2°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (14°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (1°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -2°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-3°C).

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Average rainfall in December
Leknes, Norway

Average rainfall in December - Leknes, Norway
  • Average rainfall in December: 146mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (164mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (49mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Leknes, Norway

Average rainfall days in December - Leknes, Norway
  • Average rainfall days in December: 28 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (28 days).
The months with the least rainy days are May and June (16 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Leknes, Norway

Average sea temperature in December - Leknes, Norway
  • Average sea temperature in December: 6.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is July (12.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (4.3°C).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Leknes, Norway
  • Average daylight in December: 0h and 2min

The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 17h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 0h

The months with the most sunshine are May and June (Average sunshine: 8h).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 0h).

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Average UV index in December
Leknes, Norway

Average UV index in December - Leknes, Norway
  • Average UV index in December: 0

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 0).

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Leknes, Norway

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