December weather forecast
Älvkarleby, Sweden

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Älvkarleby, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average low of -2.1°C (28.2°F) and an average high of 0.9°C (33.6°F).

Temperature

The beginning of December subtly marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from 4.4°C (39.9°F) in November to a still wintry 0.9°C (33.6°F). Nighttime temperatures hover around an average low of -2.1°C (28.2°F) in December, a slight descent from daytime highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In Älvkarleby, in December, it is raining for 6.8 days, with typically 24mm (0.94") of accumulated precipitation. In Älvkarleby, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.2 days and collects up to 304mm (11.97") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 10.6 days. Throughout December, 84mm (3.31") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 55.4 snowfall days, and 417mm (16.42") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Älvkarleby is December, with an average of 5h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:30 and sunset at 14:47. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 08:57 and sunset at 14:48 CET.

Sunshine

With an average of 2.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 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. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?
In Älvkarleby, in December, the average high-temperature is 0.9°C (33.6°F), and the average low-temperature is -2.1°C (28.2°F).
What is the average humidity in December?
In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.
How many days does it rain in December?
In Älvkarleby, in December, during 6.8 rainfall days, 24mm (0.94") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How many days does it snow in December?
In Älvkarleby, during December, snow falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 84mm (3.31") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days?
With an average of 5h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
What is the average length of the day in December?
In Älvkarleby, the average day length in December is 5h and 52min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December?
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 08:30 and sunset at 14:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:57 and sunset at 14:48 CET.
What is the month with the least sunshine?
With an average of 2.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.
How many hours of sunshine does Älvkarleby have in December?
In December, the average sunshine duration is 2.4h.
How high is the UV index in December?
In Älvkarleby, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average wind speed
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Average visibility
Average temperature in December - Älvkarleby, Sweden
Average temperature in December
Älvkarleby, Sweden
  • Average high temperature in December: 0.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (20.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-0.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -2.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (13.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-3.8°C).

Average pressure in December - Älvkarleby, Sweden
Average pressure in December
Älvkarleby, Sweden
  • Average pressure in December: 1006.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1006.9mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Älvkarleby, Sweden
Average wind speed in December
Älvkarleby, Sweden
  • Average wind speed in December: 14.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (14.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.5km/h).

Average humidity in December - Älvkarleby, Sweden
Average humidity in December
Älvkarleby, Sweden
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (69%).

Average rainfall in December - Älvkarleby, Sweden
Average rainfall in December
Älvkarleby, Sweden
  • Average rainfall in December: 24mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (42mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (15mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Älvkarleby, Sweden
Average rainfall days in December
Älvkarleby, Sweden
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in December - Älvkarleby, Sweden
Average snowfall in December
Älvkarleby, Sweden
  • Average snowfall in December: 84mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (103mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Älvkarleby, Sweden
Average snowfall days in December
Älvkarleby, Sweden
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Älvkarleby, Sweden
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Älvkarleby, Sweden
  • Average daylight in December: 5h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December - Älvkarleby, Sweden
Average sunshine days in December
Älvkarleby, Sweden
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.2 days).

Average UV index in December - Älvkarleby, Sweden
Average UV index in December
Älvkarleby, Sweden
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December - Älvkarleby, Sweden
Average cloud cover in December
Älvkarleby, Sweden
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in December - Älvkarleby, Sweden
Average visibility in December
Älvkarleby, Sweden
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are February and March (8km).

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