December weather - Winter 2024

Weather in December
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Average pressure in December
Average wind speed in December
Average humidity in December
Average rainfall in December
Average rainfall days in December
Average sea temperature in December
Average daylight in December
Average sunshine in December
Average sunshine days in December
Average UV index in December
Average cloud cover in December
Average visibility in December

The stunning Acropolis of Lindos, in Rhodes Island, Greece

Weather in December

December displays a full-fledged winter season. The city experiences a drop in the average high temperature to 16.3°C (61.3°F). December exhibits the highest rainfall, with the average rainfall reaching up to 80mm (3.15"), making it the wettest month. The winter chill and high rainfall often deter tourists, providing a quiet ambiance to the city. Nonetheless, the holiday season brings about a festive atmosphere in Rhodes.

Temperature

With the commencement of December, Rhodes records a moderate temperature decline, with the average high easing from November's pleasant 20°C (68°F) to an enjoyable 16.3°C (61.3°F). Rhodes's nighttime temperatures in December see a subtle dip to an average of 14.2°C (57.6°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 67%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in Rhodes. Rain falls for 13.6 days and accumulates 80mm (3.15") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Rhodes, Greece, the average seawater temperature in December is 18.8°C (65.8°F).
Note: Swimming in 18.8°C (65.8°F) is not an enjoyable experience for most. Breathing becomes progressively more challenging as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 16:52. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 07:18 and sunset at 17:01 EET.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 6.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Rhodes are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 4 in December leads to these recommendations:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.

Updated: Jan 24, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Rhodes in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Rhodes, Greece, are 16.3°C (61.3°F) and 14.2°C (57.6°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is estimated at 33°C (91.4°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Rhodes?

The average relative humidity in December is 67%.

What is the wettest month in Rhodes?

The month with the most rainfall in Rhodes is December, when the rain falls for 13.6 days and typically aggregates up to 80mm (3.15") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Rhodes in December?

In Rhodes, during December, the rain falls for 13.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 80mm (3.15") of precipitation.

How cold is the water in December in Rhodes?

In Rhodes, the average seawater temperature in December is 18.8°C (65.8°F). For swimming, a surface water temperature of 18.8°C (65.8°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. It is not considered safe, as controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).

What is the month with the shortest days in Rhodes?

December has the shortest days of the year in Rhodes, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Rhodes have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Rhodes?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:00 and sunset at 16:52. On the last day of the month, in Rhodes, Greece, sunrise is at 07:18 and sunset at 17:01 EET.

How long on average sun shines in December in Rhodes?

In Rhodes, Greece, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.4h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Rhodes are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4.

How high is the UV index in December in Rhodes?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Long-term

Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

20°C 68°F

16.3°C 61.3°F

14.7°C 58.5°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

16.9km/h 10.5mph

21.3km/h 13.2mph

23.5km/h 14.6mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

8.6

13.6

15.2

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

19.2

13.1

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Rhodes, Greece

Average high temperature in December: 16.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (29.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (14.7°C).

Average low temperature in December: 14.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (25.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°C).

Average pressure in December
Rhodes, Greece

Average pressure in December: 1017.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1017.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1007.1mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Rhodes, Greece

Average wind speed in December: 20km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (22.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (14.9km/h).

Average humidity in December
Rhodes, Greece

Average humidity in December: 67%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, April and June (70%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (66%).

Average rainfall in December
Rhodes, Greece

Average rainfall in December: 80mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (80mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (1mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Rhodes, Greece

Average rainfall days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (15.2 days).
The months with the least rainy days are July and August (0.3 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Rhodes, Greece

Average sea temperature in December: 18.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (27.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (17°C).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rhodes, Greece

Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

Average sunshine in December: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rhodes, Greece

Average sunshine days in December: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (13.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Rhodes, Greece

Average UV index in December: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in December
Rhodes, Greece

Average cloud cover in December: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 2).

Average visibility in December
Rhodes, Greece

Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

December weather forecast
Rhodes, Greece

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