December weather forecast
Kaesŏng, North Korea

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Weather in December

December welcomes winter back to Kaesŏng as average temperatures take a plunge to 1°C (33.8°F) during the day and -5°C (23°F) at night. The snow begins to fall again, initially a light dusting, which adds a magical touch to the cityscape. Daylight hours are at their shortest, and the sun plays its role sparingly. Even though freezing winds whip through the city, the sight of snow-covered Kaesŏng under the winter sun creates a charming spectacle.

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature in Kaesŏng decreases considerably from a frosty 9.5°C (49.1°F) in November to a cold 1°C (33.8°F). December's average low-temperature reading settles at a subzero cold -5°C (23°F).

Humidity

In Kaesŏng, the average relative humidity in December is 64%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 4.3 days and accumulates 12mm (0.47") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Kaesŏng. In Kaesŏng, in December, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 17mm (0.67") of snow. Throughout the year, in Kaesŏng, there are 11.1 snowfall days, and 83mm (3.27") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Kaesŏng, North Korea.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:30 and sunset at 17:14. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:49 and sunset at 17:24 KST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.9h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Kaesŏng?

During December, Kaesŏng experiences an average high-temperature of 1°C (33.8°F) and a low-temperature of -5°C (23°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 33°C (91.4°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Kaesŏng?

The average relative humidity in December is 64%.

What is the driest month in Kaesŏng?

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 4.3 days and accumulates 12mm (0.47") of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Kaesŏng?

In Kaesŏng, in December, it is raining for 4.3 days, with typically 12mm (0.47") of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Kaesŏng?

In Kaesŏng, North Korea, in December, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 17mm (0.67") of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Kaesŏng?

December has the shortest days of the year in Kaesŏng, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Kaesŏng have in December?

In Kaesŏng, the average day length in December is 9h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Kaesŏng?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:30 and sunset at 17:14. On the last day of the month, in Kaesŏng, sunrise is at 07:49 and sunset at 17:24 KST.

How many hours of sunshine does Kaesŏng have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Kaesŏng, North Korea, is 5.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Kaesŏng?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Kaesŏng?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Kaesŏng, North Korea, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Kaesŏng, North Korea

Average temperature in December - Kaesŏng, North Korea
  • Average high temperature in December: 1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (28.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-0.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (20.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-7.4°C).

Average pressure in December
Kaesŏng, North Korea

Average pressure in December - Kaesŏng, North Korea
  • Average pressure in December: 1024.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1025.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1006.8mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Kaesŏng, North Korea

Average wind speed in December - Kaesŏng, North Korea
  • Average wind speed in December: 10km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (11.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is September (7.4km/h).

Average humidity in December
Kaesŏng, North Korea

Average humidity in December - Kaesŏng, North Korea
  • Average humidity in December: 64%

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

Average rainfall in December
Kaesŏng, North Korea

Average rainfall in December - Kaesŏng, North Korea
  • Average rainfall in December: 12mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (151mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (12mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Kaesŏng, North Korea

Average rainfall days in December - Kaesŏng, North Korea
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Kaesŏng, North Korea

Average snowfall in December - Kaesŏng, North Korea
  • Average snowfall in December: 17mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (32mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Kaesŏng, North Korea

Average snowfall days in December - Kaesŏng, North Korea
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (3.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kaesŏng, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kaesŏng, North Korea

Average sunshine days in December - Kaesŏng, North Korea
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (26.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Kaesŏng, North Korea

Average UV index in December - Kaesŏng, 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
Kaesŏng, North Korea

Average cloud cover in December - Kaesŏng, North Korea
  • Average cloud cover in December: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in December
Kaesŏng, North Korea

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

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (7km).

Kaesŏng, North Korea

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