December weather forecastHoms‎, Syria

Weather in December

December brings the cold winter days back to Homs‎, marking the end of the year. The city transitions from the damp, chilly November weather into the bracing cold of winter. An increase in rainfall to 81mm (3.19") along with the dropping mercury signals winter's arrival. The approaching January repeats the cycle with similar cold conditions. December's chilly clime, filled with the hum of heaters and blazing hearths, underlines the descent of Homs‎ into its winter season.

Temperature

A shift in Homs‎'s weather is observed as November turns into December, with the average high temperature reducing from a refreshing 19.1°C (66.4°F) to a fresh 12.5°C (54.5°F). Homs‎ records a consistent low-temperature of 3.8°C (38.8°F) during December nights.

Rainfall

In Homs‎, in December, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 81mm (3.19") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Homs‎, there are 70 rainfall days, and 429mm (16.89") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Homs‎.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:22 and sunset at 17:22. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:40 and sunset at 17:32 +03.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Homs‎ is 5h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index in Homs‎, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.