December weather forecastAlanya, Turkey

A part of the ancient old castle tower of Kizil Kule in the Alanya peninsula, Turkey

December

Weather in December

The final month of the year, December, sets the stage for a cool, rain-drenched winter in Alanya. Average high temperature drops to 17.8°C (64°F), replicating the equivalent cold conditions of January. The city receives the highest rainfall of the year, with an average precipitation of 231mm (9.09"). The longest hours of daylight and sunshine times progressively diminish as winter fully takes hold. Alanya in December is an excellent choice for those wishing to delve into the city’s cultural and historical offering, away from sun-soaked beach escapes.

Temperature

In Alanya, entering December brings a subtle temperature decrement, reducing from November's pleasant 21.5°C (70.7°F) to a refreshing 17.8°C (64°F). December brings an average low-temperature of 10°C (50°F) to Alanya.

Humidity

In Alanya, the average relative humidity in December is 60%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13 days and accumulates 231mm (9.09") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Alanya, in December, the average water temperature is 18.9°C (66°F).
Note: Swimming in water at 18.9°C (66°F) is not a pleasing experience for the majority. As the temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), controlling breathing becomes increasingly hard.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Alanya is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:45 and sunset at 17:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:03 and sunset at 17:46 +03.

Sunshine

In Alanya, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.

Updated: Jan 24, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Alanya, Turkey, during December are 17.8°C (64°F) and 10°C (50°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is calculated to be 33°C (91.4°F).

In December, the average relative humidity in Alanya, Turkey, is 60%.

December is the month with the most rainfall in Alanya, Turkey. Rain falls for 13 days and accumulates 231mm (9.09") of precipitation.

In Alanya, in December, during 13 rainfall days, 231mm (9.09") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Alanya, Turkey, in December, the average water temperature is 18.9°C (66°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 18.9°C (66°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

In December, the average day length in Alanya, Turkey, is 9h and 43min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:45 and sunset at 17:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:03 and sunset at 17:46 +03.

The average sunshine duration in December in Alanya, Turkey, is 4.4h.

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Alanya, Turkey.

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Alanya, Turkey, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

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Average high temperature

21.5°C

17.8°C

16.2°C

Average low temperature

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

9.9

13.8

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average UV index

Average temperature in December
Alanya, Turkey

Average high temperature in December: 17.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (32.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.2°C).

Average low temperature in December: 10°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (23.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (8.5°C).

Average humidity in December
Alanya, Turkey

Average humidity in December: 60%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (66%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (55%).

Average rainfall in December
Alanya, Turkey

Average rainfall in December: 231.2mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (231.2mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (2.7mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Alanya, Turkey

Average rainfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (0.4 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Alanya, Turkey

Average sea temperature in December: 18.9°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (28.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (16.9°C).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Alanya, Turkey

Average daylight in December: 9h and 42min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

Average sunshine in December: 4h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).