December weather forecastMurmansk, Russia
December
Weather in December
December in Murmansk recounts the frigid cold, signaling a full return to winter with an average high temperature plunging to -5.3°C (22.5°F). The city exists in perpetual darkness due to the infamous Polar Nights, with the sun barely peeking over the horizon. Snowfall becomes a daily phenomenon, covering the city in a sparkling white blanket. As the year ends, Murmansk rests under the deep spell of winter, ready to repeat the cycle with the incoming January.Temperature
The transition into December in Murmansk, Russia, marks the average high-temperature at a still subzero cold -5.3°C (22.5°F), differing minimally from November's -2.4°C (27.7°F). Nighttime temperature in Murmansk lowers to an average of -11.2°C (11.8°F) in December.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December in Murmansk is 85%.Rainfall
In Murmansk, during December, the rain falls for 0.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 34mm (1.34") of precipitation. In Murmansk, during the entire year, the rain falls for 99.5 days and collects up to 494mm (19.45") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall days in Murmansk is December, when snow falls for 24 days.Sea temperature
In Murmansk, in December, the average water temperature is 3.8°C (38.8°F).Note: During swimming activities, this situation is lethal and fraught with danger. The frigid water triggers acute discomfort and swift hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is necessary to reduce thermal harm.
Daylight
In December, the average length of the day is 0h and 1min.Sunshine
January and December, with an average of 0h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Murmansk.UV index
January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 0, are months with the lowest UV index in Murmansk. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 0 suggests this advice:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Murmansk, Russia
- Average high temperature in December: -5.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (17.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-6.8°C).
- Average low temperature in December: -11.2°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (9.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-13°C).
Average humidity in December
Murmansk, Russia
- Average humidity in December: 85%
The month with the highest relative humidity is November (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (70%).
Average rainfall in December
Murmansk, Russia
- Average rainfall in December: 34mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (70mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (22mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Murmansk, Russia
- Average rainfall days in December: 0.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (0.1 days).
Average snowfall days in December
Murmansk, Russia
- Average snowfall days in December: 24 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (24 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Murmansk, Russia
- Average sea temperature in December: 3.8°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is July (11.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (1.7°C).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Murmansk, Russia
- Average daylight in December: 0h and 0min
The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 17h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in December: 0h and 0min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 0h and 0min).
Average UV index in December
Murmansk, Russia
- 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).
