December weather forecast
Nalchik, Russia

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Nalchik, Russia, with an average temperature varying between -2.5°C (27.5°F) and 4.5°C (40.1°F).

Temperature

The transition into December involves a small decrease in the average high-temperature, dipping slightly from a chilly 8.3°C (46.9°F) in November to a cold 4.5°C (40.1°F). Nighttime temperature lowers to an average of -2.5°C (27.5°F) in December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Nalchik, in December, it is raining for 7.4 days, with typically 17mm (0.67") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 156.1 rainfall days, and 619mm (24.37") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, in Nalchik, Russia, it is snowing for 6.4 days. Throughout December, 87mm (3.43") of snow is accumulated. In Nalchik, during the entire year, snow falls for 41.2 days and aggregates up to 579mm (22.8") of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Nalchik, Russia.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:18 and sunset at 16:30. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 07:38 and sunset at 16:39 MSK.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 6h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Nalchik in December?
In December, in Nalchik, the average high-temperature is 4.5°C (40.1°F), and the average low-temperature is -2.5°C (27.5°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Nalchik?
In Nalchik, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.
How many days does it rain in December in Nalchik?
In Nalchik, in December, it is raining for 7.4 days, with typically 17mm (0.67") of accumulated precipitation.
How much does it snow in Nalchik in December?
In Nalchik, in December, snow falls for 6.4 days, with typically accumulated 87mm (3.43") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days in Nalchik?
With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Nalchik, Russia.
What is the average length of the day in December in Nalchik?
The average day length in December is 9h and 1min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Nalchik?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:18 and sunset at 16:30. On the last day of the month, in Nalchik, Russia, sunrise is at 07:38 and sunset at 16:39 MSK.
How many hours of sunshine does Nalchik have in December?
In Nalchik, the average sunshine duration in December is 6h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Nalchik?
January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Nalchik.
What is the UV index intensity in December in Nalchik?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Nalchik, Russia, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Nalchik, Russia
  • Average high temperature in December: 4.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (25.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (1.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -2.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (15.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-5.6°C).

Average pressure in December
Nalchik, Russia
  • Average pressure in December: 1021.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (1021.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1011.8mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Nalchik, Russia
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (5.9km/h).

Average humidity in December
Nalchik, Russia
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Nalchik, Russia
  • Average rainfall in December: 17mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (131mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (16mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Nalchik, Russia
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (23.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Nalchik, Russia
  • Average snowfall in December: 87mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (136mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Nalchik, Russia
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Nalchik, Russia
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Nalchik, Russia
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (5.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Nalchik, Russia
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Nalchik, Russia
  • Average cloud cover in December: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in December
Nalchik, Russia
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The month with the highest visibility is August (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (8km).

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