December weather forecast
Gyeongju, South Korea

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Weather in December

As the end of the year approaches, winter grips Gyeongju in its frosty embrace. The pressure rises to 1022.6mb, among the highest in the year, which is typical for colder months. Blankets of snow start to grace the landscape, ghosting the city with its white allure. The number of daylight hours decrease, leading to colder and shorter days. Despite the cold temperatures, a certain charm envelops the city, marking the year-end with a beautiful winter scene.

Temperature

December's arrival in Gyeongju correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from a fresh 12.6°C (54.7°F) in November to a cold 5.7°C (42.3°F). Nighttime temperature experiences an average drop to a freezing cold -1.1°C (30°F) in December.

Humidity

In Gyeongju, the average relative humidity in December is 63%.

Rainfall

In Gyeongju, in December, during 4.9 rainfall days, 16mm (0.63") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Gyeongju, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.7 days and collects up to 509mm (20.04") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows in Gyeongju. Throughout December, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 5.5 snowfall days, and 47mm (1.85") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:14 and sunset at 17:09. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 07:33 and sunset at 17:19 KST.

Sunshine

In Gyeongju, the average sunshine in December is 6.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Gyeongju?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Gyeongju are 5.7°C (42.3°F) and -1.1°C (30°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is computed to be 34°C (93.2°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Gyeongju?

The average relative humidity in December in Gyeongju, South Korea, is 63%.

How much does it rain in Gyeongju in December?

In Gyeongju, in December, during 4.9 rainfall days, 16mm (0.63") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Gyeongju?

December is the first month it typically snows in Gyeongju, South Korea. Throughout December, in the average 0.7 snowfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gyeongju?

December has the shortest days of the year in Gyeongju, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Gyeongju have in December?

The average day length in December in Gyeongju, South Korea, is 9h and 47min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Gyeongju?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:14 and sunset at 17:09. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:33 and sunset at 17:19 KST.

How many hours of sunshine does Gyeongju have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Gyeongju?

The months with the lowest UV index in Gyeongju are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Gyeongju?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Gyeongju is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Gyeongju, South Korea

Average temperature in December - Gyeongju, South Korea
  • Average high temperature in December: 5.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (28.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (3.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -1.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (22°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-3.4°C).

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Average pressure in December
Gyeongju, South Korea

Average pressure in December - Gyeongju, South Korea
  • Average pressure in December: 1022.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1023.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1007.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Gyeongju, South Korea

Average wind speed in December - Gyeongju, South Korea
  • Average wind speed in December: 15km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (15.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (9.2km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Gyeongju, South Korea

Average humidity in December - Gyeongju, South Korea
  • Average humidity in December: 63%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (61%).

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Average rainfall in December
Gyeongju, South Korea

Average rainfall in December - Gyeongju, South Korea
  • Average rainfall in December: 16mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (98mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (15mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Gyeongju, South Korea

Average rainfall days in December - Gyeongju, South Korea
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Gyeongju, South Korea

Average snowfall in December - Gyeongju, South Korea
  • Average snowfall in December: 1mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (31mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Gyeongju, South Korea

Average snowfall days in December - Gyeongju, South Korea
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gyeongju, South Korea

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gyeongju, South Korea
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Gyeongju, South Korea

Average sunshine days in December - Gyeongju, South Korea
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Gyeongju, South Korea

Average UV index in December - Gyeongju, South Korea
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Gyeongju, South Korea

Average cloud cover in December - Gyeongju, South Korea
  • Average cloud cover in December: 24

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in December
Gyeongju, South Korea

Average visibility in December - Gyeongju, South Korea
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (8km).

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