December weather forecastStavanger, Norway
December
Weather in December
Concluding the year, December brings the full might of winter to Stavanger with its icy conditions. This month epitomizes Norway's winter with short daylight hours and the arrival of snow after a long break. Sea temperatures reach an annual low, utterly hindering marine activities. In contrast, rainfall experiences a significant boost, further dampening the winter chill. Curiously, despite the onset of winter, relative humidity decreases slightly to 78% from 76% in November.Temperature
December brings an average high-temperature of an icy 5.6°C (42.1°F), showing a slight difference from November's 7.9°C (46.2°F). The nights of December in Stavanger, Norway, cool down to an average low of 3.4°C (38.1°F), subtly lower than daytime highs.Humidity
In Stavanger, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 21.5 days and typically aggregates up to 130mm (5.12") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Stavanger. In Stavanger, during December, snow falls for 3.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 29mm (1.14") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 17.8 snowfall days, and 115mm (4.53") of snow is accumulated.Sea temperature
In Stavanger, the average seawater temperature in December is 8.2°C (46.8°F).Note: Taking a dip in 8.2°C (46.8°F) can be perilous. Submersion in temperatures under 10°C (50°F) triggers severe cold shock accompanied by hyperventilation.
Daylight
With an average of 6h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 09:04 and sunset at 15:47. On the last day of December, in Stavanger, Norway, sunrise is at 09:30 and sunset at 15:50 CET.
Sunshine
December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.5h of sunshine.UV index
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Stavanger, Norway. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Stavanger, Norway
- Average high temperature in December: 5.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (16.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (3.7°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 3.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (1.6°C).
Average pressure in December
Stavanger, Norway
- Average pressure in December: 1006.7mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1006.7mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Stavanger, Norway
- Average wind speed in December: 26.3km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (27.4km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (17.2km/h).
Average humidity in December
Stavanger, Norway
- Average humidity in December: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (76%).
Average rainfall in December
Stavanger, Norway
- Average rainfall in December: 130mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (130mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (43mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Stavanger, Norway
- Average rainfall days in December: 21.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (21.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (13.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Stavanger, Norway
- Average snowfall in December: 29mm
The month with the highest snowfall is March (30mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Stavanger, Norway
- Average snowfall days in December: 3.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Stavanger, Norway
- Average sea temperature in December: 8.2°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (16.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (4.6°C).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Stavanger, 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: 2h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
Stavanger, Norway
- Average sunshine days in December: 5.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (14.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (5.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Stavanger, Norway
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Stavanger, 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 44).
Average visibility in December
Stavanger, Norway
- Average visibility in December: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, October, November and December (9km).
