December weather forecast
Ak-Altyn, Turkmenistan

December

Weather in December

December marks the arrival of winter, and with it, the return of the cold. A sudden drop in temperature from November's mild weather is witnessed, harkening back to January's chilly conditions. It also sees the return of snowfall, which records a figure of 7mm (0.28") this month, channelling a true winter vibe. The daylight hours are short, and cloud cover percentage is substantial, thus reducing the sunshine hours. Scenic snowfall and cold nights set a tranquil atmosphere throughout Ak-Altyn, wrapping up the year on a cool note.

Temperature

As December arrives, Ak-Altyn's weather displays a decrease in high-temperatures, transitioning from November's chilly 9.5°C (49.1°F) to a cold 4.5°C (40.1°F). During December, Ak-Altyn experiences an average low-temperature of -1.5°C (29.3°F) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 61%.

Rainfall

In Ak-Altyn, during December, the rain falls for 3.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3mm (0.12") of precipitation. In Ak-Altyn, during the entire year, the rain falls for 37.1 days and collects up to 54mm (2.13") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 1.9 snowfall days, it receives 7mm (0.28") of snow. In Ak-Altyn, during the entire year, snow falls for 7.3 days and aggregates up to 36mm (1.42") of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:14 and sunset at 17:34. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 08:33 and sunset at 17:43 +05.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.1h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?
The high-temperature, in December, in Ak-Altyn, records 4.5°C (40.1°F), while the low-temperature is -1.5°C (29.3°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Ak-Altyn?
In Ak-Altyn, the average relative humidity in December is 61%.
How many days does it rain in December?
In Ak-Altyn, in December, it is raining for 3.4 days, with typically 3mm (0.12") of accumulated precipitation.
When does it start to snow?
December is the first month it typically snows in Ak-Altyn, Turkmenistan. Throughout December, in the average 1.9 snowfall days, it receives 7mm (0.28") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days?
With an average of 9h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Ak-Altyn.
How many hours of daylight does Ak-Altyn have in December?
The average day length in December is 9h and 10min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December?
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 08:14 and sunset at 17:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:33 and sunset at 17:43 +05.
What is the month with the least sunshine?
December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.1h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in December?
In Ak-Altyn, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.1h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Ak-Altyn?
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.
How high is the UV index in December?
In Ak-Altyn, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average UV index
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Average visibility
Average temperature in December - Ak-Altyn, Turkmenistan
Average temperature in December
Ak-Altyn, Turkmenistan
  • Average high temperature in December: 4.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (38.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (3.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -1.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (26.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-2.3°C).

Average pressure in December - Ak-Altyn, Turkmenistan
Average pressure in December
Ak-Altyn, Turkmenistan
  • Average pressure in December: 1025.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1025.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1007.4mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Ak-Altyn, Turkmenistan
Average wind speed in December
Ak-Altyn, Turkmenistan
  • Average wind speed in December: 16.3km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (17.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (15.2km/h).

Average humidity in December - Ak-Altyn, Turkmenistan
Average humidity in December
Ak-Altyn, Turkmenistan
  • Average humidity in December: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (66%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (19%).

Average rainfall in December - Ak-Altyn, Turkmenistan
Average rainfall in December
Ak-Altyn, Turkmenistan
  • Average rainfall in December: 3mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (9mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are August and September (1mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Ak-Altyn, Turkmenistan
Average rainfall days in December
Ak-Altyn, Turkmenistan
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (5.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.9 days).

Average snowfall in December - Ak-Altyn, Turkmenistan
Average snowfall in December
Ak-Altyn, Turkmenistan
  • Average snowfall in December: 7mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (17mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Ak-Altyn, Turkmenistan
Average snowfall days in December
Ak-Altyn, Turkmenistan
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ak-Altyn, Turkmenistan
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ak-Altyn, Turkmenistan
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December - Ak-Altyn, Turkmenistan
Average sunshine days in December
Ak-Altyn, Turkmenistan
  • Average sunshine days in December: 25.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (29.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (23.3 days).

Average UV index in December - Ak-Altyn, Turkmenistan
Average UV index in December
Ak-Altyn, Turkmenistan
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December - Ak-Altyn, Turkmenistan
Average cloud cover in December
Ak-Altyn, Turkmenistan
  • Average cloud cover in December: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 6).

Average visibility in December - Ak-Altyn, Turkmenistan
Average visibility in December
Ak-Altyn, Turkmenistan
  • 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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