December weather forecastIggesund, Sweden

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Iggesund, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between -2.7°C (27.1°F) and 0.2°C (32.4°F).

Temperature

December is marked by a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, transitioning from a wintry 3.5°C (38.3°F) in November to a still icy 0.2°C (32.4°F). The December nights in Iggesund show a slight decrease to a mean low-temperature of -2.7°C (27.1°F).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Iggesund is 85%.

Rainfall

In Iggesund, in December, during 7.5 rainfall days, 32mm (1.26") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Iggesund, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.2 days and collects up to 386mm (15.2") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, in Iggesund, it is snowing for 11.1 days. Throughout December, 124mm (4.88") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 59.3 snowfall days, and 653mm (25.71") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Iggesund, in December, the average water temperature is 2.8°C (37°F).
Note: In the case of swimming, this is seriously cold, dangerous, and can result in death. Without the safeguard of insulated waterproof attire, hypothermia manifests rapidly.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 5h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:42 and sunset at 14:39. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 09:10 and sunset at 14:39 CET.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Iggesund, with an average of 1.9h of sunshine.

UV index

In Iggesund, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.

Updated: Feb 3, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

During December, Iggesund experiences an average high-temperature of 0.2°C (32.4°F) and a low-temperature of -2.7°C (27.1°F).

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

In Iggesund, in December, during 7.5 rainfall days, 32mm (1.26") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Iggesund, Sweden, during December, snow falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 124mm (4.88") of snow.

In Iggesund, Sweden, in December, the average water temperature is 2.8°C (37°F). For swimming, this is considered life-threatening and very dangerous. The water feels painfully cold, and hyperventilation quickly occurs. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to reduce thermal damage.

With an average of 5h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

In December, the average day length in Iggesund is 5h and 29min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 08:42 and sunset at 14:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:10 and sunset at 14:39 CET.

December has the least sunshine of the year in Iggesund, Sweden, with an average of 1.9h of sunshine.

In Iggesund, the average sunshine duration in December is 1.9h.

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Long-term

Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

3.5°C

0.2°C

-1.6°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

15.3km/h

16.4km/h

16.1km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

5.7

11.1

13.3

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

14.6

13.8

14.6

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Iggesund, Sweden

Average high temperature in December: 0.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (19.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-1.6°C).

Average low temperature in December: -2.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (12.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-5°C).

Average pressure in December
Iggesund, Sweden

Average pressure in December: 1006.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1006.2mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Iggesund, Sweden

Average wind speed in December: 15.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (15.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.3km/h).

Average humidity in December
Iggesund, Sweden

Average humidity in December: 85%

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

Average rainfall in December
Iggesund, Sweden

Average rainfall in December: 32mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (49mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (16mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Iggesund, Sweden

Average rainfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Iggesund, Sweden

Average snowfall in December: 124mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (168mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Iggesund, Sweden

Average snowfall days in December: 11.1 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 sea temperature in December
Iggesund, Sweden

Average sea temperature in December: 2.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (17.4°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (0.3°C).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Iggesund, Sweden

Average daylight in December: 5h and 30min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine in December: 1h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 54min).