December weather forecastSochi, Russia

Rows of boats on the seaport in Sochi, Russia, with a view of the city far out

December

Weather in December

In December, temperatures in Sochi range from 5.8°C (42.4°F) to 9.6°C (49.3°F) marking the onset of winter. The frigid weather that began in November strengthens its hold over the city, gearing up for the intensity of the upcoming January. The return of snowfall sets December apart, gracing the landscapes with a white blanket. Daylight becomes a cherished commodity with brief spells of 9 hours. The weather conditions in December paint a serene snowy picture of Sochi, prepping the city for the New Year.

Temperature

A modest decline in the average high-temperature is seen during December, decreasing from a mild 14.1°C (57.4°F) in November to a chilly 9.6°C (49.3°F). During December, Sochi's nighttime temperatures demonstrate a subtle cooling from daytime highs, stabilizing at a cold 5.8°C (42.4°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 66%.

Rainfall

In Sochi, in December, it is raining for 14.4 days, with typically 72mm (2.83") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Sochi, there are 156.6 rainfall days, and 614mm (24.17") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 6mm (0.24") of snow. In Sochi, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.9 days and aggregates up to 59mm (2.32") of snow.

Sea temperature

In Sochi, Russia, the average seawater temperature in December is 11.6°C (52.9°F).
Note: It is life-risking to swim in 11.6°C (52.9°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 in Sochi is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Sochi, sunrise is at 07:34 and sunset at 16:45. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:54 and sunset at 16:54 MSK.

Sunshine

In Sochi, the average sunshine in December is 5.9h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Sochi. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.

Updated: Jan 25, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

During December, Sochi experiences an average high-temperature of 9.6°C (49.3°F) and a low-temperature of 5.8°C (42.4°F).

The average relative humidity in December in Sochi, Russia, is 66%.

In Sochi, in December, it is raining for 14.4 days, with typically 72mm (2.83") of accumulated precipitation.

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.8 snowfall days, it receives 6mm (0.24") of snow.

In Sochi, Russia, in December, the average water temperature is 11.6°C (52.9°F). Swimming in 11.6°C (52.9°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.

The month with the shortest days in Sochi is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

In December, the average day length is 9h and 0min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:34 and sunset at 16:45. On the last day of the month, in Sochi, sunrise is at 07:54 and sunset at 16:54 MSK.

In December, the average sunshine duration in Sochi is 5.9h.

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Sochi, Russia.

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Average high temperature

14.1°C

9.6°C

7.3°C

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Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

12.5km/h

14.5km/h

15.7km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

0.1

0.8

2.2

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

17.2

14.3

11.2

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Sochi, Russia

Average high temperature in December: 9.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (26.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (7.3°C).

Average low temperature in December: 5.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (19.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.7°C).

Average pressure in December
Sochi, Russia

Average pressure in December: 1019.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (1019.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1010.1mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Sochi, Russia

Average wind speed in December: 13.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (14.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3km/h).

Average humidity in December
Sochi, Russia

Average humidity in December: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (64%).

Average rainfall in December
Sochi, Russia

Average rainfall in December: 72mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (74mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (33mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Sochi, Russia

Average rainfall days in December: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sochi, Russia

Average snowfall in December: 6mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (21mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Sochi, Russia

Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Sochi, Russia

Average sea temperature in December: 11.6°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (26.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (8.6°C).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Sochi, 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: 5h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sochi, Russia

Average sunshine days in December: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Sochi, Russia

Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Sochi, Russia

Average cloud cover in December: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in December
Sochi, Russia

Average visibility in December: 10km

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