December weather forecast
Argaka, Cyprus

December in Argaka, Cyprus ushers in full-blown winter, with the mercury falling to average lows of 9°C (48.2°F). With average rainfall of 121mm (4.76") over 13 days, this month becomes the second wettest after January. Matching this cooling tendency, daylight hours contract to 9.8 hours per day. Despite the chilly weather, the sea retains a mild warmth, perfect for a quiet walk along the beach. With the UV index dropping to the lowest at 2, outdoor activities can be enjoyed without much worry of sunburn.

Temperature

December in Argaka implies a gentle temperature shift, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's pleasant 22°C (71.6°F) to a comfortable 17°C (62.6°F). In the month of December, Argaka's average low-temperature falls to a chilly 9°C (48.2°F).

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 13 days and typically aggregates up to 121mm (4.76") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In December, the average sea temperature is 19°C (66.2°F).
Note: In water with a temperature of 19°C (66.2°F), most people do not enjoy swimming. As the temperature descends from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F), breathing becomes increasingly difficult to control.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:40 and sunset at 16:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:57 and sunset at 16:48 EET.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Argaka. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.