December weather forecast
Ulsan, South Korea

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Weather in December

December marks the onset of the cold season in Ulsan with temperatures sliding down to a chilly 6.7°C (44.1°F). Ulsan receives the first hints of snow this month, with the city receiving a slight snowfall of 1mm (0.04"). The fall in temperature is accompanied by a drop in sea temperatures, marking a complete halt of beach activities. Despite the cold, Ulsan stretches the festive spirit across the city. Winter festivities, combined with the year-end holiday season, instill a sense of joy that overrides the winter chill.

Temperature

With the beginning of December, the average high-temperature in Ulsan shows a decrease, transitioning from a mild 13.5°C (56.3°F) in November to a chilly 6.7°C (44.1°F). Ulsan's December nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 1.3°C (34.3°F).

Humidity

In Ulsan, the average relative humidity in December is 62%.

Rainfall

In Ulsan, in December, it is raining for 6 days, with typically 29mm (1.14") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Ulsan, there are 129.7 rainfall days, and 902mm (35.51") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 3.5 snowfall days, and 25mm (0.98") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Ulsan, in December, the average water temperature is 15.8°C (60.4°F).
Note: Most people do not find swimming enjoyable in water of 15.8°C (60.4°F). The task of controlling breathing becomes tougher as the temperature drops from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:13 and sunset at 17:09. On the last day of December, in Ulsan, sunrise is at 07:31 and sunset at 17:19 KST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 6.4h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Ulsan?

In December, in Ulsan, the average high-temperature is 6.7°C (44.1°F), and the average low-temperature is 1.3°C (34.3°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 32°C (89.6°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Ulsan?

The average relative humidity in December in Ulsan is 62%.

How many days does it rain in December in Ulsan?

In December, the rain falls for 6 days. Throughout December, 29mm (1.14") of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Ulsan?

December is the first month it typically snows in Ulsan. Throughout December, in the average 0.6 snowfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of snow.

What is the sea temperature in December in Ulsan?

In December, the average sea temperature in Ulsan is 15.8°C (60.4°F). Swimming in 15.8°C (60.4°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

What is the month with the shortest days in Ulsan?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Ulsan?

The average day length in December is 9h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Ulsan?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:13 and sunset at 17:09. On the last day of the month, in Ulsan, South Korea, sunrise is at 07:31 and sunset at 17:19 KST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ulsan have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Ulsan is 6.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Ulsan?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Ulsan?

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

Average temperature in December - Ulsan, South Korea
  • Average high temperature in December: 6.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (28°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 1.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (23.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-1.3°C).

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Average pressure in December
Ulsan, South Korea

Average pressure in December - Ulsan, South Korea
  • Average pressure in December: 1022.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1023.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1007.6mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Ulsan, South Korea

Average wind speed in December - Ulsan, South Korea
  • Average wind speed in December: 17.1km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and December (17.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (11.5km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Ulsan, South Korea

Average humidity in December - Ulsan, South Korea
  • Average humidity in December: 62%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (60%).

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Average rainfall in December
Ulsan, South Korea

Average rainfall in December - Ulsan, South Korea
  • Average rainfall in December: 29mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (180mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (28mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Ulsan, South Korea

Average rainfall days in December - Ulsan, South Korea
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Ulsan, South Korea

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (13mm).
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
Ulsan, South Korea

Average snowfall days in December - Ulsan, South Korea
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Ulsan, South Korea

Average sea temperature in December - Ulsan, South Korea
  • Average sea temperature in December: 15.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (25.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (12.3°C).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ulsan, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Ulsan, South Korea

Average sunshine days in December - Ulsan, South Korea
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Ulsan, South Korea

Average UV index in December - Ulsan, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Ulsan, South Korea

Average cloud cover in December - Ulsan, South Korea
  • Average cloud cover in December: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in December
Ulsan, South Korea

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

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

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