December weather forecast
Haeju, North Korea

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Weather in December

December weather in Haeju brings the cold winter temperatures seen in January, closing the year in full circle. It typically marks the return of the snow-filled scenes with a significant increase in snowfall. The reduction in daylight hours enhances the wintry vibe, setting the stage for festive holiday activities. The cooling trend is boosted by the average sea temperature's decline. The weather in December gets as cold as January, with low temperatures averaging -3.6°C (25.5°F) and high temperatures around 1.9°C (35.4°F).

Temperature

The beginning of December signals a clear reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a cool 10.2°C (50.4°F) in November to a wintry 1.9°C (35.4°F). Throughout December, the average low-temperature in Haeju records at a subzero cold -3.6°C (25.5°F).

Humidity

In Haeju, the average relative humidity in December is 67%.

Rainfall

In December, in Haeju, the rain falls for 5.4 days. Throughout December, 13mm (0.51") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 101.6 rainfall days, and 591mm (23.27") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 5.8 days and accumulates 27mm (1.06") of snow.

Sea temperature

In December, the average sea temperature in Haeju is 7.9°C (46.2°F).
Note: It is advised against swimming in 7.9°C (46.2°F) when it drops below 10°C (50°F). Such temperatures can cause extreme cold shock, leading to hyperventilation.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:34 and sunset at 17:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:53 and sunset at 17:27 KST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are November and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Haeju are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Haeju, is 1.9°C (35.4°F), while the average low-temperature is -3.6°C (25.5°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 32°C (89.6°F).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Haeju, the average relative humidity in December is 67%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Haeju, North Korea, during December, the rain falls for 5.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 13mm (0.51") of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 5.8 days and accumulates 27mm (1.06") of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Haeju, in December, snow falls for 5.8 days, with typically accumulated 27mm (1.06") of snow.

How cold is the water in December?

In Haeju, in December, the average water temperature is 7.9°C (46.2°F). Swimming in 7.9°C (46.2°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December in Haeju is 9h and 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:34 and sunset at 17:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:53 and sunset at 17:27 KST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

November and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Haeju is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Haeju, North Korea

Average temperature in December - Haeju, North Korea
  • Average high temperature in December: 1.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (28°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-0.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -3.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (21°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-5.9°C).

Average pressure in December
Haeju, North Korea

Average pressure in December - Haeju, North Korea
  • Average pressure in December: 1024.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1025.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1006.5mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Haeju, North Korea

Average wind speed in December - Haeju, North Korea
  • Average wind speed in December: 13.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (14km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (8.7km/h).

Average humidity in December
Haeju, North Korea

Average humidity in December - Haeju, North Korea
  • Average humidity in December: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (58%).

Average rainfall in December
Haeju, North Korea

Average rainfall in December - Haeju, North Korea
  • Average rainfall in December: 13mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (144mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (10mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Haeju, North Korea

Average rainfall days in December - Haeju, North Korea
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Haeju, North Korea

Average snowfall in December - Haeju, North Korea
  • Average snowfall in December: 27mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (27mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Haeju, North Korea

Average snowfall days in December - Haeju, North Korea
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (5.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Haeju, North Korea

Average sea temperature in December - Haeju, North Korea
  • Average sea temperature in December: 7.9°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (22.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (2.3°C).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Haeju, North Korea

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Haeju, North Korea
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Haeju, North Korea

Average sunshine days in December - Haeju, North Korea
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Haeju, North Korea

Average UV index in December - Haeju, North Korea
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Haeju, North Korea

Average cloud cover in December - Haeju, North Korea
  • Average cloud cover in December: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in December
Haeju, North Korea

Average visibility in December - Haeju, North Korea
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (8km).

Haeju, North Korea

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