December weather forecastVormedal, Norway

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Vormedal, Norway, with an average temperature fluctuating between 5.7°C (42.3°F) and 3.5°C (38.3°F).

Temperature

November's transformation into December witnesses an average high-temperature of a wintry 5.7°C (42.3°F), noting a minor change from the preceding month. Vormedal's nighttime temperatures in December display a slight drop from daytime highs, averaging to 3.5°C (38.3°F).

Humidity

In Vormedal, Norway, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 21.8 days. Throughout December, 155mm (6.1") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 220.1 rainfall days, and 1290mm (50.79") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Vormedal, Norway, during December, snow falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 42mm (1.65") of snow. In Vormedal, during the entire year, snow falls for 22 days and aggregates up to 213mm (8.39") of snow.

Sea temperature

In Vormedal, in December, the average water temperature is 8.3°C (46.9°F).
Note: It is life-risking to swim in 8.3°C (46.9°F). Briefly staying in 13°C (55.4°F) waters feels unsettling, and temperatures below 10°C (50°F) might result in cold shock and loss of breath control, hinging on personal endurance.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 6h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 09:09 and sunset at 15:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:35 and sunset at 15:48 CET.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 2.2h of sunshine.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

In December, in Vormedal, the average high-temperature is 5.7°C (42.3°F), and the average low-temperature is 3.5°C (38.3°F).

In Vormedal, Norway, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

In Vormedal, Norway, in December, during 21.8 rainfall days, 155mm (6.1") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Vormedal, in December, snow falls for 4 days, with typically accumulated 42mm (1.65") of snow.

In December, the average sea temperature in Vormedal is 8.3°C (46.9°F). Swimming in 8.3°C (46.9°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

With an average of 6h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

In Vormedal, Norway, the average day length in December is 6h and 14min.

On the first day of December in Vormedal, Norway, sunrise is at 09:09 and sunset at 15:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:35 and sunset at 15:48 CET.

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 2.2h of sunshine.

In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.2h.

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Vormedal, Norway, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Vormedal, Norway

  • Average high temperature in December: 5.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (16.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (4.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 3.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (2.1°C).

Average pressure in December
Vormedal, Norway

  • Average pressure in December: 1006.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1006.3mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Vormedal, Norway

  • Average wind speed in December: 26.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (26.7km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (17.5km/h).

Average humidity in December
Vormedal, Norway

  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May, October and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Vormedal, Norway

  • Average rainfall in December: 155mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (158mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (58mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Vormedal, Norway

  • Average rainfall days in December: 21.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (14.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Vormedal, Norway

  • Average snowfall in December: 42mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (62mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Vormedal, Norway

  • Average snowfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Vormedal, Norway

  • Average sea temperature in December: 8.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (16.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (4.8°C).

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

  • Average daylight in December: 6h and 12min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 12min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Vormedal, Norway

  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (13.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (6.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Vormedal, Norway

  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Vormedal, Norway

  • Average cloud cover in December: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 47).

Average visibility in December
Vormedal, Norway

  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, July, October, November and December (9km).