December weather forecast
Kangaatsiaq, Greenland

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Weather in December

The year's end in December witnesses the coldest average highs at -8.8°C (16.2°F), affirming its position as the year's chilliest month. The scarcity of sunlight, barely above half an hour per day, turns Kangaatsiaq into a region of near-polar night. The thickening snow decorates the town with a fresh layer of winter, earmarking the year's highest snowfall at 83mm (3.27"). The wind speed remains relatively high for the month, adding an extra edge to the cold. As Kangaatsiaq wraps up the year under the firm grip of Arctic winter, December's spirit dwells in the anticipation of the Northern Lights spectacle.

Temperature

December's weather displays an average high-temperature of a still freezing cold -8.8°C (16.2°F), slightly varied from November's -6.7°C (19.9°F). During December, nights cool slightly to an average low of -13°C (8.6°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 2.9 days. Throughout December, 14mm (0.55") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Kangaatsiaq, there are 51.9 rainfall days, and 168mm (6.61") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, August through December are months with snowfall in Kangaatsiaq. December is the month with the most snowfall in Kangaatsiaq. Snow falls for 13.9 days and accumulates 83mm (3.27") of snow.

Daylight

In December, the average length of the day is 0h and 15min.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 0.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Kangaatsiaq in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are -8.8°C (16.2°F) and -13°C (8.6°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Kangaatsiaq?

The average relative humidity in December in Kangaatsiaq, Greenland, is 83%.

How much does it rain in Kangaatsiaq in December?

In December, in Kangaatsiaq, Greenland, the rain falls for 2.9 days. Throughout December, 14mm (0.55") of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Kangaatsiaq?

The month with the most snowfall in Kangaatsiaq is December, when snow falls for 13.9 days and typically aggregates up to 83mm (3.27") of snow.

How much does it snow in Kangaatsiaq in December?

In Kangaatsiaq, Greenland, in December, snow falls for 13.9 days, with typically accumulated 83mm (3.27") of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Kangaatsiaq have in December?

In Kangaatsiaq, the average day length in December is 0h and 15min.

How many hours of sunshine does Kangaatsiaq have in December?

In Kangaatsiaq, the average sunshine duration in December is 0.7h.

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

November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Kangaatsiaq, Greenland.

What is the UV index reading in December in Kangaatsiaq?

In Kangaatsiaq, the average daily maximum UV index in December 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
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Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - Kangaatsiaq, Greenland
  • Average high temperature in December: -8.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (8.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-13.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -13°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-19.5°C).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Kangaatsiaq, Greenland
  • Average pressure in December: 1004.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1013.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1001.9mbar).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Kangaatsiaq, Greenland
  • Average wind speed in December: 15km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (15.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.4km/h).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Kangaatsiaq, Greenland
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and September (76%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Kangaatsiaq, Greenland
  • Average rainfall in December: 14mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (29mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (6mm).

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Kangaatsiaq, Greenland
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (8.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Kangaatsiaq, Greenland
  • Average snowfall in December: 83mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (83mm).
The month with the least snowfall is July (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Kangaatsiaq, Greenland
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0.2 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kangaatsiaq, Greenland
  • Average daylight in December: 0h and 1min

The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 17h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 0h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Kangaatsiaq, Greenland
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are June and July (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (16.3 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Kangaatsiaq, Greenland
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Kangaatsiaq, Greenland
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Kangaatsiaq, Greenland
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are February and March (7km).

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