December weather forecast
Palmyra, Syria

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Weather in December

December in Palmyra marks the arrival of winter with cold temperatures, short days, and an increase in relative humidity. A drop in UV index to 3 indicates the reduction in the intensity of Sunlight. With the incoming cold, a minimal snowfall of 1mm (0.04") is observed contributing to the winter wonderland feel. The wind speed starts to gain pace, heralding the arrival of the colder months. As the year comes to a close, the weather reinforces the winter vibes, promising a cold start to the New Year.

Temperature

December brings a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, shifting from a comfortable 19.9°C (67.8°F) in November to a moderate 15°C (59°F). An average low-temperature of 7.4°C (45.3°F) is recorded during the nights in December in Palmyra.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Palmyra is 55%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 10mm (0.39") of precipitation is accumulated. In Palmyra, Syria, during the entire year, the rain falls for 50.5 days and collects up to 80mm (3.15") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 0.8 snowfall days, and 6mm (0.24") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Palmyra.
On the first day of December in Palmyra, sunrise is at 07:15 and sunset at 17:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:33 and sunset at 17:26 +03.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 7h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index in Palmyra is December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests these recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Palmyra?

In Palmyra, 15°C (59°F) is the average high-temperature and 7.4°C (45.3°F) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in Palmyra?

The average relative humidity in December in Palmyra is 55%.

How much does it rain in Palmyra in December?

In Palmyra, Syria, in December, during 6.5 rainfall days, 10mm (0.39") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Palmyra?

December is the first month it typically snows in Palmyra. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Palmyra?

December has the shortest days of the year in Palmyra, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Palmyra have in December?

In Palmyra, the average day length in December is 9h and 53min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Palmyra?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:15 and sunset at 17:16. On the last day of the month, in Palmyra, sunrise is at 07:33 and sunset at 17:26 +03.

How long on average sun shines in December in Palmyra?

In Palmyra, Syria, the average sunshine duration in December is 7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Palmyra?

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Palmyra?

In Palmyra, Syria, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Palmyra, Syria

Average temperature in December - Palmyra, Syria
  • Average high temperature in December: 15°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (38°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (13.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 7.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (24.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.5°C).

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Average pressure in December
Palmyra, Syria

Average pressure in December - Palmyra, Syria
  • Average pressure in December: 1019.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1019.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1004.6mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Palmyra, Syria

Average wind speed in December - Palmyra, Syria
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (19.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (8.6km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Palmyra, Syria

Average humidity in December - Palmyra, Syria
  • Average humidity in December: 55%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (58%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (28%).

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Average rainfall in December
Palmyra, Syria

Average rainfall in December - Palmyra, Syria
  • Average rainfall in December: 10mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (15mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Palmyra, Syria

Average rainfall days in December - Palmyra, Syria
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (8.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Palmyra, Syria

Average snowfall in December - Palmyra, Syria
  • Average snowfall in December: 1mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Palmyra, Syria

Average snowfall days in December - Palmyra, Syria
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Palmyra, Syria

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Palmyra, Syria
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 12h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Palmyra, Syria

Average sunshine days in December - Palmyra, Syria
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (30.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (20.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Palmyra, Syria

Average UV index in December - Palmyra, Syria
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in December
Palmyra, Syria

Average cloud cover in December - Palmyra, Syria
  • Average cloud cover in December: 21

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 24).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 1).

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Average visibility in December
Palmyra, Syria

Average visibility in December - Palmyra, Syria
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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