December weather forecast
Skottsund, Sweden

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Skottsund, Sweden, with temperature in the range of an average low of -4.5°C (23.9°F) and an average high of -1.3°C (29.7°F).

Temperature

December signifies a minor drop in average high-temperature, transitioning from a cold 2°C (35.6°F) in November to a freezing cold -1.3°C (29.7°F). Skottsund reports an average low-temperature of -4.5°C (23.9°F) during the subtly cooler December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

Rainfall

In Skottsund, in December, during 7.3 rainfall days, 41mm (1.61") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Skottsund, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117.2 days and collects up to 384mm (15.12") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Skottsund, in December, during 12.7 snowfall days, 197mm (7.76") of snow is typically accumulated. In Skottsund, during the entire year, snow falls for 70.7 days and aggregates up to 908mm (35.75") of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 5h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Skottsund.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 08:47 and sunset at 14:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:16 and sunset at 14:30 CET.

Sunshine

With an average of 1.7h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December translates into these guidelines:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?
The high-temperature during December is -1.3°C (29.7°F) and the low-temperature is -4.5°C (23.9°F).
What is the average humidity in December?
In Skottsund, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.
How many days does it rain in December?
In December, the rain falls for 7.3 days. Throughout December, 41mm (1.61") of precipitation is accumulated.
How much does it snow in December?
In Skottsund, in December, during 12.7 snowfall days, 197mm (7.76") of snow is typically accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days in Skottsund?
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 5h and 12min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Skottsund have in December?
In Skottsund, the average day length in December is 5h and 14min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:47 and sunset at 14:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:16 and sunset at 14:30 CET.
What is the month with the least sunshine?
The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 1.7h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in December?
In Skottsund, the average sunshine duration in December is 1.7h.
When is the lowest UV index?
January, February, 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?
In Skottsund, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Skottsund, Sweden
  • Average high temperature in December: -1.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (20.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -4.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (11.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-6.9°C).

Average pressure in December
Skottsund, Sweden
  • Average pressure in December: 1005.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1005.9mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Skottsund, Sweden
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.5km/h).

Average humidity in December
Skottsund, Sweden
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (66%).

Average rainfall in December
Skottsund, Sweden
  • Average rainfall in December: 41mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (45mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (19mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Skottsund, Sweden
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Skottsund, Sweden
  • Average snowfall in December: 197mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (217mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Skottsund, Sweden
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.7 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, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Skottsund, Sweden
  • Average daylight in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 1h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Skottsund, Sweden
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Skottsund, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Skottsund, Sweden
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in December
Skottsund, Sweden
  • Average visibility in December: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August and October (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (7km).

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