December weather forecast
Lviv, Ukraine

December

Weather in December

December brings the full force of the winter season to Lviv. The weather undergoes a stark transition from November, and a sharp decrease in temperature to 1.8°C (35.2°F) signals the arrival of the bitter cold. Daylight hours reach their lowest point, clouding the city under the winter spell. The increased frequency of snowfall heralds a white Christmas season. As Lviv swaddles itself in thick winter clothes, an intriguing aura of bustling holiday celebrations amidst bone-chilling weather fills the town.

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature occurs in December in Lviv, reducing from a frosty 7.6°C (45.7°F) in November to a cold 1.8°C (35.2°F). December records a small disparity from daytime temperatures, marking an average low-temperature of -2.6°C (27.3°F) in Lviv.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.

Rainfall

In Lviv, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 36mm (1.42") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Lviv, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.6 days and collects up to 495mm (19.49") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Lviv. In December, it is snowing for 12.5 days. Throughout December, 131mm (5.16") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Lviv, there are 56.7 snowfall days, and 492mm (19.37") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Lviv is December, with an average of 8h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:00 and sunset at 16:25. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 08:21 and sunset at 16:32 EET.

Sunshine

In Lviv, Ukraine, the average sunshine in December is 3.4h.

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 health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Lviv?
The average high-temperature, in December, in Lviv, is 1.8°C (35.2°F), while the average low-temperature is -2.6°C (27.3°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Lviv?
In December, the average relative humidity in Lviv is 88%.
How much does it rain in Lviv in December?
In Lviv, Ukraine, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 36mm (1.42") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How much does it snow in Lviv in December?
In Lviv, in December, snow falls for 12.5 days, with typically accumulated 131mm (5.16") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days in Lviv?
With an average of 8h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Lviv.
How many hours of daylight does Lviv have in December?
The average day length in December in Lviv is 8h and 11min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Lviv?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:00 and sunset at 16:25. On the last day of the month, in Lviv, Ukraine, sunrise is at 08:21 and sunset at 16:32 EET.
How many hours of sunshine does Lviv have in December?
In Lviv, Ukraine, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.4h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Lviv?
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.
How high is the UV index in December in Lviv?
The average daily maximum UV index in December in Lviv, Ukraine, is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Lviv, Ukraine
Average temperature in December
Lviv, Ukraine
  • Average high temperature in December: 1.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (25.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-0.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -2.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (13.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-5.1°C).

Average pressure in December - Lviv, Ukraine
Average pressure in December
Lviv, Ukraine
  • Average pressure in December: 1018.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is October (1019.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1014mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Lviv, Ukraine
Average wind speed in December
Lviv, Ukraine
  • Average wind speed in December: 14.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (14.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.5km/h).

Average humidity in December - Lviv, Ukraine
Average humidity in December
Lviv, Ukraine
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

Average rainfall in December - Lviv, Ukraine
Average rainfall in December
Lviv, Ukraine
  • Average rainfall in December: 36mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (82mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (22mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Lviv, Ukraine
Average rainfall days in December
Lviv, Ukraine
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (20.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December - Lviv, Ukraine
Average snowfall in December
Lviv, Ukraine
  • Average snowfall in December: 131mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (134mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Lviv, Ukraine
Average snowfall days in December
Lviv, Ukraine
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.8 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 - Lviv, Ukraine
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lviv, Ukraine
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December - Lviv, Ukraine
Average sunshine days in December
Lviv, Ukraine
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.4 days).

Average UV index in December - Lviv, Ukraine
Average UV index in December
Lviv, Ukraine
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December - Lviv, Ukraine
Average cloud cover in December
Lviv, Ukraine
  • Average cloud cover in December: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December - Lviv, Ukraine
Average visibility in December
Lviv, Ukraine
  • Average visibility in December: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (7km).

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