December weather forecast
Skellefteå, Sweden

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Weather in December

December brings in an intense winter spell over Skellefteå, Sweden. Characterized by a frosty holiday spirit, the average temperature further plummets to -1.9°C (28.6°F), marking a remarkable change from November's temperature. The widespread snow-covered landscapes combined with significantly shorter daylight hours, fashions the city into a winter wonderland. Despite frosty temperatures and frequent snowfalls, the city resonates with festivities. December brings festivities and snow, marking the end of the year on a rather cold note.

Temperature

Skellefteå's December weather features a light decline in high-temperatures, reducing from a cold 1.2°C (34.2°F) in November to a subzero cold -1.9°C (28.6°F). In December, Skellefteå's nights cool slightly to a consistent average temperature of -5.1°C (22.8°F).

Humidity

In Skellefteå, Sweden, the average relative humidity in December is 89%.

Rainfall

In Skellefteå, Sweden, in December, it is raining for 6.5 days, with typically 22mm (0.87") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 99.9 rainfall days, and 252mm (9.92") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Skellefteå are January through May, October through December. In Skellefteå, in December, snow falls for 13.5 days, with typically accumulated 98mm (3.86") of snow. In Skellefteå, during the entire year, snow falls for 77.3 days and aggregates up to 575mm (22.64") of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 4h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Skellefteå.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 09:03 and sunset at 13:47. On the last day of December, in Skellefteå, sunrise is at 09:38 and sunset at 13:40 CET.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 1.4h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 1 during December morphs into the following directions:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Skellefteå?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Skellefteå, is -1.9°C (28.6°F) and the average low-temperature is -5.1°C (22.8°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Skellefteå?

In December, the average relative humidity in Skellefteå, Sweden, is 89%.

How many days does it rain in December in Skellefteå?

In Skellefteå, during December, the rain falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 22mm (0.87") of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Skellefteå in December?

In Skellefteå, in December, during 13.5 snowfall days, 98mm (3.86") of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Skellefteå?

The month with the shortest days in Skellefteå, Sweden, is December, with an average of 4h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Skellefteå?

In Skellefteå, Sweden, the average day length in December is 4h and 2min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Skellefteå?

On the first day of December in Skellefteå, sunrise is at 09:03 and sunset at 13:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:38 and sunset at 13:40 CET.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Skellefteå?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Skellefteå have in December?

In Skellefteå, Sweden, the average sunshine duration in December is 1.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Skellefteå?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Skellefteå.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Skellefteå?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Skellefteå is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Skellefteå, Sweden

Average temperature in December - Skellefteå, Sweden
  • Average high temperature in December: -1.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (19.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-4.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -5.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (12°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-9.3°C).

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Average pressure in December
Skellefteå, Sweden

Average pressure in December - Skellefteå, Sweden
  • Average pressure in December: 1005mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1005mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Skellefteå, Sweden

Average wind speed in December - Skellefteå, Sweden
  • Average wind speed in December: 14.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (14.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (11.2km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Skellefteå, Sweden

Average humidity in December - Skellefteå, Sweden
  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (65%).

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Average rainfall in December
Skellefteå, Sweden

Average rainfall in December - Skellefteå, Sweden
  • Average rainfall in December: 22mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (30mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (14mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Skellefteå, Sweden

Average rainfall days in December - Skellefteå, Sweden
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Skellefteå, Sweden

Average snowfall in December - Skellefteå, Sweden
  • Average snowfall in December: 98mm

The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (107mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Skellefteå, Sweden

Average snowfall days in December - Skellefteå, Sweden
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Skellefteå, Sweden
  • Average daylight in December: 4h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 21h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 1h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Skellefteå, Sweden

Average sunshine days in December - Skellefteå, Sweden
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are June and October (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (12.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Skellefteå, Sweden

Average UV index in December - Skellefteå, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Skellefteå, Sweden

Average cloud cover in December - Skellefteå, Sweden
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 40).

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Average visibility in December
Skellefteå, Sweden

Average visibility in December - Skellefteå, Sweden
  • Average visibility in December: 8km

The month with the highest visibility is June (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (7km).

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