December weather forecastDiyarbakır, Turkey

December

Weather in December

Entering December, Diyarbakir plunges into the heart of winter, mirroring the cold conditions of January. The weather in this month is characterized by low temperatures that can drop to a chilly -0.1°C (31.8°F). The freezing nights set the tone for the upcoming cold winter days. Rainfall during December is hefty, second only to January. As December wraps up, the city braces itself to start another year with January's bitter winter.

Temperature

The arrival of December in Diyarbakır corresponds with a temperature reduction, down from November's enjoyable 16.1°C (61°F) to a chilly 9.2°C (48.6°F). An average low-temperature of -0.1°C (31.8°F) marks the month of December in Diyarbakır.

Humidity

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are the most humid months in Diyarbakır.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in Diyarbakır. Rain falls for 11.5 days and accumulates 71mm (2.8") of precipitation.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:16 and sunset at 17:00. On the last day of December, in Diyarbakır, sunrise is at 07:34 and sunset at 17:09 +03.

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 Diyarbakır, Turkey. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.

Frequently asked questions

December temperatures in Diyarbakır, Turkey, vary between a high-temperature of 9.2°C (48.6°F) and a low-temperature of -0.1°C (31.8°F). In June, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 36°C (96.8°F).

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%, are most humid months in Diyarbakır.

In Diyarbakır, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

December is the month with the most rainfall in Diyarbakır, Turkey. Rain falls for 11.5 days and accumulates 71mm (2.8") of precipitation.

In Diyarbakır, Turkey, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 71mm (2.8") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Diyarbakır.

In Diyarbakır, Turkey, the average day length in December is 9h and 35min.

On the first day of December in Diyarbakır, Turkey, sunrise is at 07:16 and sunset at 17:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:34 and sunset at 17:09 +03.

With an average of 3.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Diyarbakır, Turkey.

In Diyarbakır, Turkey, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.8h.

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

In Diyarbakır, Turkey, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average UV index

Average temperature in December
Diyarbakır, Turkey

  • Average high temperature in December: 9.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (38.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -0.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (21.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-2.3°C).

Average humidity in December
Diyarbakır, Turkey

  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (75%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (31%).

Average rainfall in December
Diyarbakır, Turkey

  • Average rainfall in December: 71.4mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (71.4mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (0.4mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Diyarbakır, Turkey

  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (12.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.3 days).

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

  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 36min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average UV index in December
Diyarbakır, Turkey

  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 11).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).