December weather forecast
Älvsbyn, Sweden

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Älvsbyn, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between -4.5°C (23.9°F) and -9.2°C (15.4°F).

Temperature

December is marked by a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, transitioning from a freezing cold -1.5°C (29.3°F) in November to a still subzero cold -4.5°C (23.9°F). Älvsbyn registers a gentle descent to an average nighttime low of -9.2°C (15.4°F) in December from its daytime highs.

Humidity

In Älvsbyn, the average relative humidity in December is 93%.

Rainfall

In Älvsbyn, Sweden, during December, the rain falls for 6.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 43mm (1.69") of precipitation. In Älvsbyn, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.5 days and collects up to 432mm (17.01") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 19.6 days and accumulates 300mm (11.81") of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 3h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 09:18 and sunset at 13:32. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 09:56 and sunset at 13:21 CET.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 1.4h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 1 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?
December temperatures in Älvsbyn vary between a high-temperature of -4.5°C (23.9°F) and a low-temperature of -9.2°C (15.4°F).
What is the average humidity in December?
The average relative humidity in December is 93%.
How much does it rain in December?
In Älvsbyn, in December, during 6.7 rainfall days, 43mm (1.69") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
When does it snow the most?
The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 19.6 days and typically aggregates up to 300mm (11.81") of snow.
How many days does it snow in December?
In Älvsbyn, in December, snow falls for 19.6 days, with typically accumulated 300mm (11.81") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days?
With an average of 3h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Älvsbyn.
How many hours of daylight does Älvsbyn have in December?
In Älvsbyn, the average day length in December is 3h and 25min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December?
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 09:18 and sunset at 13:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:56 and sunset at 13:21 CET.
What is the month with the least sunshine?
The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 1.4h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in December?
In Älvsbyn, the average sunshine duration in December is 1.4h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index?
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.
What is the UV index reading in December?
The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Älvsbyn, Sweden
Average temperature in December
Älvsbyn, Sweden
  • Average high temperature in December: -4.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (20.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-7.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -9.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (10.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-13.1°C).

Average pressure in December - Älvsbyn, Sweden
Average pressure in December
Älvsbyn, Sweden
  • Average pressure in December: 1004.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1004.9mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Älvsbyn, Sweden
Average wind speed in December
Älvsbyn, Sweden
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.8km/h).

Average humidity in December - Älvsbyn, Sweden
Average humidity in December
Älvsbyn, Sweden
  • Average humidity in December: 93%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (95%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (63%).

Average rainfall in December - Älvsbyn, Sweden
Average rainfall in December
Älvsbyn, Sweden
  • Average rainfall in December: 43mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (51mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (29mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Älvsbyn, Sweden
Average rainfall days in December
Älvsbyn, Sweden
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.9 days).

Average snowfall in December - Älvsbyn, Sweden
Average snowfall in December
Älvsbyn, Sweden
  • Average snowfall in December: 300mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (300mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Älvsbyn, Sweden
Average snowfall days in December
Älvsbyn, Sweden
  • Average snowfall days in December: 19.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (19.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Älvsbyn, Sweden
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Älvsbyn, Sweden
  • Average daylight in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 22h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 3h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 1h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December - Älvsbyn, Sweden
Average sunshine days in December
Älvsbyn, Sweden
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (7.3 days).

Average UV index in December - Älvsbyn, Sweden
Average UV index in December
Älvsbyn, Sweden
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 45).

Average visibility in December - Älvsbyn, Sweden
Average visibility in December
Älvsbyn, Sweden
  • Average visibility in December: 6km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July and August (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5km).

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