December weather forecastDamascus, Syria

Weather in December

Winter descends on the Damascus landscape with full force in December. Contrary to the dry summer months, the city experiences 26mm (1.02") of rainfall spread across six days, making it the wettest month of the year. Winter holidays are filled with more wintry ambiance due to the onset of colder nights. Even though daylight hours remain at their shortest for the year, the city never loses its serenity and charm. By December, the UV index boils down to a minimal level, posing the least risk to outdoor enthusiasts.

Temperature

Onset of December in Damascus, Syria, witnesses a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a pleasant 20.3°C (68.5°F) in November to a moderate 14.2°C (57.6°F). Nightly readings in December display a noticeable downturn from daily highs, with the average low-temperature registering a cold 1.3°C (34.3°F).

Rainfall

In Damascus, in December, during 6 rainfall days, 26mm (1.02") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 35 rainfall days, and 134mm (5.28") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January, February and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows in Damascus. Throughout December, there are 4 snowfall days. Throughout the year, in Damascus, there are 11 snowfall days.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:21 and sunset at 17:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:38 and sunset at 17:37 +03.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.3h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Damascus, Syria.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 3 in December transforms into this advice:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. 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. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.