Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
During the shift to December, a minor reduction in average high-temperature is observed, shifting from a freezing cold -0.2°C (31.6°F) in November to a still subzero cold -3.2°C (26.2°F). Östersund's December nights observe a minor shift from the daytime temperatures, resulting in an average dip to a still freezing cold -7.5°C (18.5°F).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity in Östersund is 90%.Rainfall
In Östersund, in December, it is raining for 7.2 days, with typically 31mm (1.22") of accumulated precipitation. In Östersund, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.4 days and collects up to 377mm (14.84") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Östersund. December is the month with the most snowfall in Östersund. Snow falls for 16.3 days and accumulates 192mm (7.56") of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 4h and 54min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 09:08 and sunset at 14:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:39 and sunset at 14:30 CET.
Sunshine
December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 1.6h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The daily high UV index of 1 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Frequently asked questions
How cold is it in Östersund in December?
What is the average humidity in December in Östersund?
How much does it rain in Östersund in December?
What is the snowiest month in Östersund?
How many days does it snow in December in Östersund?
What is the month with the shortest days in Östersund?
What is the average length of the day in December in Östersund?
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Östersund?
What is the month with the least sunshine in Östersund?
How many hours of sunshine does Östersund have in December?
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Östersund?
How high is the UV index in December in Östersund?
Average temperature in December
Östersund, Sweden
- Average high temperature in December: -3.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (18.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-4.8°C).
- Average low temperature in December: -7.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (9.8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (-9.6°C).
Average pressure in December
Östersund, Sweden
- Average pressure in December: 1005.8mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1005.8mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Östersund, Sweden
- Average wind speed in December: 14km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (14.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.6km/h).
Average humidity in December
Östersund, Sweden
- Average humidity in December: 90%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (67%).
Average rainfall in December
Östersund, Sweden
- Average rainfall in December: 31mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (50mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (18mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Östersund, Sweden
- Average rainfall days in December: 7.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Östersund, Sweden
- Average snowfall in December: 192mm
The month with the highest snowfall is December (192mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Östersund, Sweden
- Average snowfall days in December: 16.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (17 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Östersund, Sweden
- Average daylight in December: 4h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in December: 1h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
Östersund, Sweden
- Average sunshine days in December: 11.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (11.4 days).
Average UV index in December
Östersund, Sweden
- Average UV index in December: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Östersund, Sweden
- Average cloud cover in December: 62
The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 45).
Average visibility in December
Östersund, Sweden
- Average visibility in December: 8km
The month with the highest visibility is June (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (7km).
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