December weather forecastSkien, Norway
December
Weather in December
Lastly, December in Skien solidly marks the return of winter. As temperatures continue to slide towards freezing, with a high around 0.7°C (33.3°F), snowfall reaches its zenith. The city presents itself as a winter wonderland perfectly set against the backdrop of the festive season. With a wintery cloak, Skien bids farewell to one year and heralds the onset of a new year.Temperature
In Skien, the beginning of December is marked by a marginally lowered average high-temperature, shifting from November's wintry 4.1°C (39.4°F) to a still cold 0.7°C (33.3°F). Skien observes a minimal variance in temperature, with a consistent average low of -2.5°C (27.5°F) during the nights of December.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.Rainfall
In Skien, during December, the rain falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 62mm (2.44") of precipitation. In Skien, Norway, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.3 days and collects up to 756mm (29.76") of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Skien are January through May, October through December. In Skien, in December, snow falls for 8.3 days, with typically accumulated 192mm (7.56") of snow. Throughout the year, in Skien, there are 52 snowfall days, and 1085mm (42.72") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 6h and 18min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:51 and sunset at 15:30. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 09:16 and sunset at 15:32 CET.
Sunshine
The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 3.4h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Skien, Norway
- Average high temperature in December: 0.7°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (19.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-0.7°C).
- Average low temperature in December: -2.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (11.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-4.7°C).
Average pressure in December
Skien, Norway
- Average pressure in December: 1007.9mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is April (1014.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1007.9mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Skien, Norway
- Average wind speed in December: 14.5km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (14.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.7km/h).
Average humidity in December
Skien, Norway
- Average humidity in December: 84%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (69%).
Average rainfall in December
Skien, Norway
- Average rainfall in December: 62mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (85mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (29mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Skien, Norway
- Average rainfall days in December: 9.7 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.9 days).
Average snowfall in December
Skien, Norway
- Average snowfall in December: 192mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (302mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Skien, Norway
- Average snowfall days in December: 8.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Skien, Norway
- Average daylight in December: 6h and 18min
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: 3h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Skien, Norway
- Average sunshine days in December: 14.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is April (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Skien, Norway
- Average UV index in December: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Skien, Norway
- Average cloud cover in December: 54
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).
Average visibility in December
Skien, Norway
- Average visibility in December: 9km
The month with the highest visibility is June (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (8km).
