December weather forecast
Zakopane, Poland

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Weather in December

December heralds the arrival of the winter season in Zakopane, with clear signs of snowfall and a dip in temperature. The city is a spectacle of gleaming snow, which beautifully contrasts with the traditional wooden structures. As temperatures drop to a low of -5.4°C (22.3°F), snowfall intensifies, transforming Zakopane into a winter wonderland. Be it snowboarding, skiing or simply enjoying the snowy outlook, the city offers the perfect setting for a memorable winter experience. Despite the freezing cold, Zakopane in December is a magical destination.

Temperature

December's arrival in Zakopane corresponds with a decrease in average high-temperatures, from November's icy 5.9°C (42.6°F) to a still cold 0°C (32°F). December nights in Zakopane experience a consistent temperature drop to a subzero cold -5.4°C (22.3°F).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Zakopane is 90%.

Rainfall

In Zakopane, in December, it is raining for 4.5 days, with typically 51mm (2.01") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 151.1 rainfall days, and 724mm (28.5") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. The month with the most snowfall in Zakopane is December, when snow falls for 12.9 days and typically aggregates up to 350mm (13.78") of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Zakopane, sunrise is at 07:14 and sunset at 15:44. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:35 and sunset at 15:51 CET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Zakopane, Poland, are February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Zakopane?

Zakopane in December has an average high-temperature of 0°C (32°F) and an average low-temperature of -5.4°C (22.3°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Zakopane?

The average relative humidity in December in Zakopane is 90%.

How many days does it rain in December in Zakopane?

In Zakopane, in December, it is raining for 4.5 days, with typically 51mm (2.01") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Zakopane?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 12.9 days and typically aggregates up to 350mm (13.78") of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Zakopane?

In December, in Zakopane, Poland, it is snowing for 12.9 days. Throughout December, 350mm (13.78") of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Zakopane?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Zakopane have in December?

In Zakopane, the average day length in December is 8h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Zakopane?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:14 and sunset at 15:44. On the last day of the month, in Zakopane, Poland, sunrise is at 07:35 and sunset at 15:51 CET.

How many hours of sunshine does Zakopane have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Zakopane, Poland, is 4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Zakopane?

February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Zakopane.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Zakopane?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Zakopane is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Zakopane, Poland

Average temperature in December - Zakopane, Poland
  • Average high temperature in December: 0°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (21.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-1.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -5.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (10.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-7.4°C).

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Average pressure in December
Zakopane, Poland

Average pressure in December - Zakopane, Poland
  • Average pressure in December: 1019.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1019.3mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1014.4mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Zakopane, Poland

Average wind speed in December - Zakopane, Poland
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (9.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Zakopane, Poland

Average humidity in December - Zakopane, Poland
  • Average humidity in December: 90%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Zakopane, Poland

Average rainfall in December - Zakopane, Poland
  • Average rainfall in December: 51mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (120mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (32mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Zakopane, Poland

Average rainfall days in December - Zakopane, Poland
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (23.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Zakopane, Poland

Average snowfall in December - Zakopane, Poland
  • Average snowfall in December: 350mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (350mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Zakopane, Poland

Average snowfall days in December - Zakopane, Poland
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Zakopane, Poland

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Zakopane, Poland
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Zakopane, Poland

Average sunshine days in December - Zakopane, Poland
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (4.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Zakopane, Poland

Average UV index in December - Zakopane, Poland
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Zakopane, Poland

Average cloud cover in December - Zakopane, Poland
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Zakopane, Poland

Average visibility in December - Zakopane, Poland
  • Average visibility in December: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are July and August (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (6km).

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