December weather forecast
Minsk, Belarus

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The nineteenth-century buildings of the Trinity suburb in Minsk city, Belarus
The nineteenth-century buildings of the Trinity suburb in Minsk city, Belarus

Weather in December

December in Minsk embraces full-fledged winter, with temperatures dropping further from November readings to freezing levels. To complement the chilling temperatures, snowfall adorns the cityscape in a crystalline white layer. The reduced daylight hours and the dominant cloud cover cast a blue-grey tinge over the city, heightening the wintry feel. The city's visibility decreases as the air becomes crisp and heavily laden with humidity, proving challenging for commuters. As the year-end approaches, the amplifying wind speeds add to the existing cold, necessitating warm protective clothing.

Temperature

As November transitions into December, Minsk sees a gentle drop in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a wintry 3.8°C (38.8°F) to a subzero cold -1°C (30.2°F). A modest nighttime temperature average of -4.3°C (24.3°F) characterizes December.

Humidity

In Minsk, Belarus, the average relative humidity in December is 93%.

Rainfall

In Minsk, Belarus, during December, the rain falls for 6.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 22mm (0.87") of precipitation. In Minsk, Belarus, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131.5 days and collects up to 343mm (13.5") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Minsk, during December, snow falls for 17.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 107mm (4.21") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 74.8 snowfall days, and 438mm (17.24") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 7h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 09:05 and sunset at 16:52. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 09:28 and sunset at 16:57 +03.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 1.3h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Minsk. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 1 in December translates into this advice:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Minsk in December?

During December, Minsk experiences an average high-temperature of -1°C (30.2°F) and a low-temperature of -4.3°C (24.3°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Minsk?

The average relative humidity in December in Minsk, Belarus, is 93%.

How much does it rain in Minsk in December?

In Minsk, during December, the rain falls for 6.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 22mm (0.87") of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Minsk?

In Minsk, in December, snow falls for 17.5 days, with typically accumulated 107mm (4.21") of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Minsk?

With an average of 7h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Minsk.

How many hours of daylight does Minsk have in December?

The average day length in December in Minsk, Belarus, is 7h and 30min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Minsk?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 09:05 and sunset at 16:52. On the last day of the month, in Minsk, sunrise is at 09:28 and sunset at 16:57 +03.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Minsk?

January and December, with an average of 1.3h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Minsk.

How many hours of sunshine does Minsk have in December?

In Minsk, the average sunshine duration in December is 1.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Minsk?

The months with the lowest UV index in Minsk, Belarus, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Minsk?

In Minsk, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Minsk, Belarus

Average temperature in December - Minsk, Belarus
  • Average high temperature in December: -1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (23.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-3.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -4.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (13.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-7.8°C).

Average pressure in December
Minsk, Belarus

Average pressure in December - Minsk, Belarus
  • Average pressure in December: 1015.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is October (1018.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1012.6mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Minsk, Belarus

Average wind speed in December - Minsk, Belarus
  • Average wind speed in December: 14.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (14.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11km/h).

Average humidity in December
Minsk, Belarus

Average humidity in December - Minsk, Belarus
  • Average humidity in December: 93%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Minsk, Belarus

Average rainfall in December - Minsk, Belarus
  • Average rainfall in December: 22mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (48mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (16mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Minsk, Belarus

Average rainfall days in December - Minsk, Belarus
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Minsk, Belarus

Average snowfall in December - Minsk, Belarus
  • Average snowfall in December: 107mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (132mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Minsk, Belarus

Average snowfall days in December - Minsk, Belarus
  • Average snowfall days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Minsk, Belarus

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Minsk, Belarus
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 1h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 1h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Minsk, Belarus

Average sunshine days in December - Minsk, Belarus
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10 days).

Average UV index in December
Minsk, Belarus

Average UV index in December - Minsk, Belarus
  • 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, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Minsk, Belarus

Average cloud cover in December - Minsk, Belarus
  • Average cloud cover in December: 83

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 83).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Minsk, Belarus

Average visibility in December - Minsk, Belarus
  • Average visibility in December: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (6km).

Minsk, Belarus

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