December weather forecast
Tapa, Estonia

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Weather in December

Come December, Tapa fully embraces the winter season, with chilling temperatures, short days, and occasional snowfall. In anticipation of Christmas, cityscapes glitter with festive decorations and lights, offering respite from the gloomy winter skies. With daylight lasting for approximately 6.3 hours, days appear shorter, and sunlight becomes a rare sight. Activities mostly shift indoors with locals partaking in festive preparation and celebrations. Despite the plummeting temperatures, Tapa's December embodies the holiday season's jovial spirit.

Temperature

As Tapa enters December, the average high-temperature subtly lowers from the a cold 3.2°C (37.8°F) of November to a freezing cold -0.5°C (31.1°F). December nights in Tapa reflect a consistent temperature dip to a still subzero cold -3.7°C (25.3°F), a slight descent from daytime peaks.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 92%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 7.9 days. Throughout December, 36mm (1.42") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Tapa, there are 149.2 rainfall days, and 459mm (18.07") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Tapa, Estonia, are January through May, October through December. In Tapa, in December, during 17.4 snowfall days, 172mm (6.77") of snow is typically accumulated. In Tapa, during the entire year, snow falls for 92.1 days and aggregates up to 819mm (32.24") of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Tapa, with an average of 6h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 08:45 and sunset at 15:24. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:11 and sunset at 15:26 EET.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Tapa, with an average of 1.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jan 29, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Tapa in December?

During December, Tapa experiences an average high-temperature of -0.5°C (31.1°F) and a low-temperature of -3.7°C (25.3°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Tapa?

In December, the average relative humidity in Tapa, Estonia, is 92%.

How much does it rain in Tapa in December?

In December, in Tapa, Estonia, the rain falls for 7.9 days. Throughout December, 36mm (1.42") of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Tapa in December?

In December, in Tapa, it is snowing for 17.4 days. Throughout December, 172mm (6.77") of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Tapa?

With an average of 6h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Tapa, Estonia.

What is the average length of the day in December in Tapa?

In December, the average day length is 6h and 16min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Tapa?

On the first day of December in Tapa, sunrise is at 08:45 and sunset at 15:24. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:11 and sunset at 15:26 EET.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Tapa?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 1.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Tapa have in December?

In Tapa, the average sunshine duration in December is 1.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Tapa?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Tapa.

What is the UV index reading in December in Tapa?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Tapa is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Tapa, Estonia

Average temperature in December - Tapa, Estonia
  • Average high temperature in December: -0.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (22.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-3.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -3.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (12.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-7.3°C).

Average pressure in December
Tapa, Estonia

Average pressure in December - Tapa, Estonia
  • Average pressure in December: 1009.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1009.8mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Tapa, Estonia

Average wind speed in December - Tapa, Estonia
  • 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 May (10.6km/h).

Average humidity in December
Tapa, Estonia

Average humidity in December - Tapa, Estonia
  • Average humidity in December: 92%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Tapa, Estonia

Average rainfall in December - Tapa, Estonia
  • Average rainfall in December: 36mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (55mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (27mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Tapa, Estonia

Average rainfall days in December - Tapa, Estonia
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Tapa, Estonia

Average snowfall in December - Tapa, Estonia
  • Average snowfall in December: 172mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (179mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Tapa, Estonia

Average snowfall days in December - Tapa, Estonia
  • Average snowfall days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Tapa, Estonia

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Tapa, Estonia
  • Average daylight in December: 6h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 1h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Tapa, Estonia

Average sunshine days in December - Tapa, Estonia
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (9 days).

Average UV index in December
Tapa, Estonia

Average UV index in December - Tapa, Estonia
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December
Tapa, Estonia

Average cloud cover in December - Tapa, Estonia
  • Average cloud cover in December: 82

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 82).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in December
Tapa, Estonia

Average visibility in December - Tapa, Estonia
  • Average visibility in December: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July and August (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (6km).

Tapa, Estonia

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