December weather forecastHortlax, Sweden
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Hortlax, Sweden, with an average temperature fluctuating between -6.4°C (20.5°F) and -2.7°C (27.1°F).Temperature
The transition into December is accompanied by a slight temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from an icy 0.5°C (32.9°F) in November to a subzero cold -2.7°C (27.1°F). Hortlax, during December nights, witnesses an average temperature marginally cooler than its daytime highs, at -6.4°C (20.5°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 90%.Rainfall
In Hortlax, in December, it is raining for 5.2 days, with typically 27mm (1.06") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 93.1 rainfall days, and 277mm (10.91") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Hortlax are January through May, October through December. In Hortlax, in December, during 13.3 snowfall days, 135mm (5.31") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 69.7 snowfall days, and 722mm (28.43") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 3h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 09:10 and sunset at 13:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:46 and sunset at 13:28 CET.
Sunshine
With an average of 1.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.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 hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 transforms into these recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Hortlax, Sweden
- Average high temperature in December: -2.7°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (19°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-5.8°C).
- Average low temperature in December: -6.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (12.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-10.7°C).
Average pressure in December
Hortlax, 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
Hortlax, Sweden
- Average wind speed in December: 14.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (14.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (11.2km/h).
Average humidity in December
Hortlax, Sweden
- Average humidity in December: 90%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (66%).
Average rainfall in December
Hortlax, Sweden
- Average rainfall in December: 27mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (28mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (18mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Hortlax, Sweden
- Average rainfall days in December: 5.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).
Average snowfall in December
Hortlax, Sweden
- Average snowfall in December: 135mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (156mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Hortlax, Sweden
- Average snowfall days in December: 13.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hortlax, Sweden
- Average daylight in December: 3h and 42min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 22h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 3h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in December: 1h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Hortlax, Sweden
- Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (14.5 days).
Average UV index in December
Hortlax, Sweden
- Average UV index in December: 1
The month with the highest UV index is 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
Hortlax, Sweden
- Average cloud cover in December: 63
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 39).
Average visibility in December
Hortlax, Sweden
- Average visibility in December: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are June and July (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and April (7km).
