Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average sea temperature in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
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.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average December temperature in Sochi?
What is the average humidity in December in Sochi?
How many days does it rain in December in Sochi?
When does it start to snow in Sochi?
What is the sea water temperature in December in Sochi?
What is the month with the shortest days in Sochi?
What is the average length of the day in December in Sochi?
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Sochi?
How long on average sun shines in December in Sochi?
When is the lowest UV index in Sochi?
What is the UV index intensity in December in Sochi?
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 5min
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).
Sochi, Russia
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