Weather in December
December in Sonbong marks the culmination of the transition from autumn to winter. With a solid drop in both temperature and sea temperature, winter's arrival is unequivocally confirmed. A crisp -1°C (30.2°F) high and a bone-chilling -8°C (17.6°F) low are the norms for this month. The scant 10mm (0.39") of rainfall characteristic of December makes it the driest month of the year. Even the daylight hours, now reduced to 9.1 hours a day portend the depths of winter, as the year closes in Sonbong.
Note: In the case of swimming, the extreme coldness, danger, and life-threatening nature of this situation are apparent. Without insulated waterproof wear, hypothermia sets in rapidly.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:27 and sunset at 16:47. On the last day of December, in Sonbong, sunrise is at 07:47 and sunset at 16:55 KST.
Temperature
In December, the average high-temperature goes from a frosty 6°C (42.8°F) in November to a subzero cold -1°C (30.2°F). The month of December records an average low-temperature of -8°C (17.6°F).Rainfall
In Sonbong, in December, 10mm (0.39") of precipitation is typically accumulated. During the entire year, Sonbong aggregates up to 763mm (30.04") of precipitation.Sea temperature
In Sonbong, in December, the average water temperature is 4.8°C (40.6°F).Note: In the case of swimming, the extreme coldness, danger, and life-threatening nature of this situation are apparent. Without insulated waterproof wear, hypothermia sets in rapidly.
Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Sonbong, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:27 and sunset at 16:47. On the last day of December, in Sonbong, sunrise is at 07:47 and sunset at 16:55 KST.
Updated: Jan 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions
How cold is it in Sonbong in December?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are -1°C (30.2°F) and -8°C (17.6°F) respectively.
How much does it rain in Sonbong in December?
Throughout December, in Sonbong, North Korea, 10mm (0.39") of precipitation is accumulated.
What is the water temperature in December in Sonbong?
In December, the average sea temperature is 4.8°C (40.6°F). For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.
What is the month with the shortest days in Sonbong?
The month with the shortest days in Sonbong, North Korea, is December, with an average of 9h and 6min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Sonbong have in December?
In December, the average day length is 9h and 9min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Sonbong?
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:27 and sunset at 16:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:47 and sunset at 16:55 KST.
Average temperature in December
Sonbong, North Korea
- Average high temperature in December: -1°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (24°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-4°C).
- Average low temperature in December: -8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (18°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-11°C).
Average rainfall in December
Sonbong, North Korea
- Average rainfall in December: 10mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (201mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (5mm).
Average sea temperature in December
Sonbong, North Korea
- Average sea temperature in December: 4.8°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (21.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (1.8°C).
Average daylight in December
Sonbong, North Korea
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
Sonbong, North Korea
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