December weather forecastDonetsk, Ukraine
December
Weather in December
By the time December rolls in, Donetsk is firmly gripped by winter. Cold temperatures, snowfall, and limited daylight hours constitute the weather blueprint for this month. A noteworthy detail about December is a significant increase in snowfall, reaching up to 42mm (1.65") from the 12mm (0.47") recorded in November. Despite its chill, this season brings a magical cloak of snow, rendering the landscapes of Donetsk into enchanting winter scenes. Careful planning and weather-proof outfits become indispensable for outdoor activities during a typical December in Donetsk.Temperature
The start of December involves a temperature drop, moving from a chilly 6.1°C (43°F) in November to an icy 1°C (33.8°F). In December, Donetsk experiences a marginal drop in temperature, with averages of -3.1°C (26.4°F) at night.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 88%.Rainfall
In Donetsk, Ukraine, in December, during 7.5 rainfall days, 21mm (0.83") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 95.6 rainfall days, and 220mm (8.66") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Donetsk. In Donetsk, during December, snow falls for 6.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 42mm (1.65") of snow. In Donetsk, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.3 days and aggregates up to 229mm (9.02") of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Donetsk, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:57 and sunset at 15:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:18 and sunset at 15:45 EET.
Sunshine
In Donetsk, the average sunshine in December is 3.3h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following advice:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Donetsk, Ukraine
- Average high temperature in December: 1°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (28.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-2.2°C).
- Average low temperature in December: -3.1°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (18.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-6.4°C).
Average pressure in December
Donetsk, Ukraine
- Average pressure in December: 1019.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (1021.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1011mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Donetsk, Ukraine
- Average wind speed in December: 17.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (17.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (13.1km/h).
Average humidity in December
Donetsk, Ukraine
- Average humidity in December: 88%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (46%).
Average rainfall in December
Donetsk, Ukraine
- Average rainfall in December: 21mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (31mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (11mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Donetsk, Ukraine
- Average rainfall days in December: 7.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and November (4.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Donetsk, Ukraine
- Average snowfall in December: 42mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (79mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Donetsk, Ukraine
- Average snowfall days in December: 6.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Donetsk, Ukraine
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in December: 3h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
Donetsk, Ukraine
- Average sunshine days in December: 16.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.4 days).
Average UV index in December
Donetsk, Ukraine
- Average UV index in December: 1
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Donetsk, Ukraine
- Average cloud cover in December: 70
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 76).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 20).
Average visibility in December
Donetsk, Ukraine
- Average visibility in December: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (8km).
