December weather forecastPrievidza, Slovakia

December

Weather in December

December marks the onset of winter and the year's close, bringing snowy conditions. Snowfall makes a comeback, marking a significant climb from 30mm (1.18") in November to 81mm (3.19") in December. While this might limit some outdoor activities, it opens avenues for winter sports. The increasing snowfall, combined with high humidity and decreasing temperatures, make December a true winter month. The weather in Prievidza, Slovakia during December is characterized by short days, increased snowfall, and high relative humidity.

Temperature

Prievidza's December weather comes with a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a frosty 7.3°C (45.1°F) in November to an icy 1.1°C (34°F). In Prievidza, December is characterized by an average low-temperature of -3.8°C (25.2°F), indicating a minor drop from daytime highs.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 90%.

Rainfall

In Prievidza, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 41mm (1.61") of precipitation. In Prievidza, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.2 days and collects up to 509mm (20.04") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Prievidza are January through April, October through December. In Prievidza, Slovakia, in December, during 8.7 snowfall days, 81mm (3.19") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Prievidza, there are 37.4 snowfall days, and 461mm (18.15") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Prievidza.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:17 and sunset at 15:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:38 and sunset at 15:58 CET.

Sunshine

In Prievidza, the average sunshine in December is 3.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

In Prievidza, in December, the average high-temperature is 1.1°C (34°F), and the average low-temperature is -3.8°C (25.2°F).

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

In Prievidza, Slovakia, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 41mm (1.61") of precipitation.

In December, it is snowing for 8.7 days. Throughout December, 81mm (3.19") of snow is accumulated.

With an average of 8h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Prievidza, Slovakia.

In Prievidza, Slovakia, the average day length in December is 8h and 21min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:17 and sunset at 15:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:38 and sunset at 15:58 CET.

In Prievidza, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.7h.

The months with the lowest UV index in Prievidza are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Prievidza, Slovakia

  • Average high temperature in December: 1.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (24.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-0.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -3.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-5.6°C).

Average pressure in December
Prievidza, Slovakia

  • Average pressure in December: 1019.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1019.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1014.4mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Prievidza, Slovakia

  • Average wind speed in December: 7.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.2km/h).

Average humidity in December
Prievidza, Slovakia

  • Average humidity in December: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Prievidza, Slovakia

  • Average rainfall in December: 41mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (62mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (26mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Prievidza, Slovakia

  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Prievidza, Slovakia

  • Average snowfall in December: 81mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (204mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Prievidza, Slovakia

  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.1 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
Prievidza, Slovakia

  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 18min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 42min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Prievidza, Slovakia

  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Prievidza, Slovakia

  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Prievidza, Slovakia

  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Prievidza, Slovakia

  • Average visibility in December: 6km

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August and September (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and December (6km).