Contents
- 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 snowfall in December
- Average snowfall 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
Weather in December
Temperature
December, known for its average high temperature of -3.5°C (25.7°F) and an average low temperature of -9°C (15.8°F), is the coldest month.Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are January through March and December, with an average relative humidity of 91%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall in Akureyri, Iceland, is December, when the rain falls for 10 days and typically aggregates up to 115mm (4.53") of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 19.2 days and accumulates 499mm (19.65") of snow.Sea temperature
In Akureyri, in December, the average water temperature is 4.6°C (40.3°F).Note: In swimming, this scenario poses immediate life-threatening danger. Breathing control is totally lost and logical thinking nearly impossible. Wearing a specialized swimsuit is critical to limit thermal loss.
Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 3h and 24min of daylight.On the first day of December in Akureyri, sunrise is at 10:55 and sunset at 15:08. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 11:33 and sunset at 14:58 GMT.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine in Akureyri is 1.2h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In December, a daily UV index of 1 turns into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the coldest months in Akureyri?
How cold is it in Akureyri in December?
What is the most humid month in Akureyri?
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What is the wettest month in Akureyri?
How many days does it rain in December in Akureyri?
When does it snow the most in Akureyri?
How much does it snow in Akureyri in December?
How cold is the water in December in Akureyri?
What is the month with the shortest days in Akureyri?
What is the average length of the day in December in Akureyri?
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Akureyri?
How long on average sun shines in December in Akureyri?
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Akureyri?
How high is the UV index in December in Akureyri?
Average temperature in December
Akureyri, Iceland
- Average high temperature in December: -3.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (11.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (-3.5°C).
- Average low temperature in December: -9°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (5.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (-9°C).
Average pressure in December
Akureyri, Iceland
- Average pressure in December: 999.9mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1014.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (998.5mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Akureyri, Iceland
- Average wind speed in December: 16.3km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (16.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.9km/h).
Average humidity in December
Akureyri, Iceland
- Average humidity in December: 91%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, March and December (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (77%).
Average rainfall in December
Akureyri, Iceland
- Average rainfall in December: 115mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (115mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (30mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Akureyri, Iceland
- Average rainfall days in December: 10 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (8.7 days).
Average snowfall in December
Akureyri, Iceland
- Average snowfall in December: 499mm
The month with the highest snowfall is December (499mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Akureyri, Iceland
- Average snowfall days in December: 19.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (21.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Akureyri, Iceland
- Average sea temperature in December: 4.6°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (9.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (2.3°C).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Akureyri, Iceland
- Average daylight in December: 3h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 22h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 3h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in December: 1h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 1h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Akureyri, Iceland
- Average sunshine days in December: 5.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (11.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are March and December (5.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Akureyri, Iceland
- Average UV index in December: 1
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Akureyri, Iceland
- Average cloud cover in December: 71
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 62).
Average visibility in December
Akureyri, Iceland
- Average visibility in December: 7km
The months with the highest visibility are June, July and August (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (7km).
Akureyri, Iceland
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