December weather forecast
Odessa, Ukraine

December wraps up the year with the official advent of winter in Odessa. The city takes on a festive mood, adorned with Christmas decorations, despite the dropping temperatures. The days draw to their shortest, and nights become significantly longer. As temperatures plunge to their December low of -1.2°C (29.8°F), occasional snowfall begins to cover the city. Yet, despite the frosty weather, there's a warmth in the air as locals huddle indoors, preparing to greet another year in this vibrant city.

Temperature

A mild shift in the average high-temperature occurs in December in Odessa, reducing from a frosty 8.4°C (47.1°F) in November to an icy 3.7°C (38.7°F). A modest nighttime temperature average of -1.2°C (29.8°F) characterizes December.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 84%, December is the most humid month in Odessa.

Rainfall

In Odessa, in December, during 10 rainfall days, 35mm (1.38") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Odessa, Ukraine, there are 122 rainfall days, and 453mm (17.83") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, snow falls for 9 days. In Odessa, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.6 days.

Sea temperature

In Odessa, in December, the average water temperature is 7.4°C (45.3°F).
Note: Dipping in 7.4°C (45.3°F) at temperatures less than 10°C (50°F) without proper gear can lead to pronounced cold shock and breathing difficulties.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Odessa is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:20 and sunset at 16:11. On the last day of December, in Odessa, sunrise is at 07:40 and sunset at 16:19 EET.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Odessa is December, with an average of 1.8h of sunshine.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following advice:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.