December weather forecast
Dushanbe, Tajikistan

December rings in winter in Dushanbe, closing the year with temperatures between a high of 10.8°C (51.4°F) and a low of 0.8°C (33.4°F). The month witnesses increased rainfall, carpeting the city under the white blanket of snow. As daylight hours reach their yearly minimum, the city succumbs to long stretches of night, basking under the warm glow of twinkling lights. High levels of humidity return, contributing to a distinct and marked change in atmosphere, indicative of the deep winter season.

Temperature

December ushers in a slight temperature change, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's enjoyable 17.1°C (62.8°F) to a fresh 10.8°C (51.4°F). December brings Dushanbe a consistent average low-temperature of 0.8°C (33.4°F).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 69%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.1 days. Throughout December, 60mm (2.36") of precipitation is accumulated. In Dushanbe, during the entire year, the rain falls for 68.8 days and collects up to 568mm (22.36") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Dushanbe, Tajikistan, is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:23 and sunset at 17:04. On the last day of December, in Dushanbe, sunrise is at 07:42 and sunset at 17:13 +05.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Dushanbe. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage.