Weather in December
December plunges Cheongju into the depths of winter with a sharp drop in temperatures and a restrained rainfall pattern. The chill intensifies as the year concludes, with temperatures falling to a numbing low of -4.3°C (24.3°F). Despite the cool weather and limited daylight hours, the city maintains a comfortable level of humidity. December's crisp and cool conditions set the stage for the new year, thereby rounding up the city's climate cycle.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:23 and sunset at 17:14. On the last day of December, in Cheongju, sunrise is at 07:42 and sunset at 17:24 KST.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.
[Resources]Temperature
December's arrival correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from a fresh 12.7°C (54.9°F) in November to a cold 5.6°C (42.1°F). During December, the temperature in Cheongju is averaged to a low of -4.3°C (24.3°F) at night.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 69.1%.Rainfall
December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 9.1 days and accumulates 25mm (0.98") of precipitation.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:23 and sunset at 17:14. On the last day of December, in Cheongju, sunrise is at 07:42 and sunset at 17:24 KST.
Sunshine
In Cheongju, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.UV index
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Cheongju. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.
Frequently asked questions
Is it cold in Cheongju during December?
During December, Cheongju experiences an average high-temperature of 5.6°C (42.1°F) and a low-temperature of -4.3°C (24.3°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is estimated at 38°C (100.4°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Cheongju?
The average relative humidity in December in Cheongju, South Korea, is 69.1%.
What is the driest month in Cheongju?
December is the month with the least rainfall in Cheongju. Rain falls for 9.1 days and accumulates 25mm (0.98") of precipitation.
How much does it rain in Cheongju in December?
In Cheongju, South Korea, in December, it is raining for 9.1 days, with typically 25mm (0.98") of accumulated precipitation.
What is the month with the shortest days in Cheongju?
With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
How many hours of daylight does Cheongju have in December?
The average day length in December in Cheongju, South Korea, is 9h and 43min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Cheongju?
On the first day of December in Cheongju, South Korea, sunrise is at 07:23 and sunset at 17:14. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:42 and sunset at 17:24 KST.
How many hours of sunshine does Cheongju have in December?
The average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Cheongju?
January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Cheongju.
What is the UV index intensity in December in Cheongju?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Cheongju is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average temperature in December
Cheongju, South Korea
- Average high temperature in December: 5.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (30.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.9°C).
- Average low temperature in December: -4.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (22°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-6.9°C).
Average humidity in December
Cheongju, South Korea
- Average humidity in December: 69.1%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (76.4%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (56.6%).
Average rainfall in December
Cheongju, South Korea
- Average rainfall in December: 25.3mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (285.1mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (25.3mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Cheongju, South Korea
- Average rainfall days in December: 9.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (6.5 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Cheongju, South Korea
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average UV index in December
Cheongju, South Korea
- Average UV index in December: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 10).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).
Cheongju, South Korea
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