December weather forecast
Islamabad, Pakistan

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The mighty landmark of the Pakistan Monument in Islamabad, Pakistan
The mighty landmark of the Pakistan Monument in Islamabad, Pakistan

Weather in December

The closing month in Islamabad, December, plunges the city into winter. The clear skies, high pressure, and steady winds contribute to significantly lower temperatures, bringing the chill into the atmosphere. Low temperatures, combined with low humidity, result in chilly winter days. The city gets the maximum sunshine days in the year, adding a slight warmth the residents. The weather remains dry and pleasant, making December festivities even more enjoyable.

Temperature

In Islamabad, entering December brings a subtle temperature decrement, reducing from November's warm 24.6°C (76.3°F) to an agreeable 20.2°C (68.4°F). In December, the average low-temperature records at a frosty 9°C (48.2°F) during the nights.

Humidity

May, June and December, with an average relative humidity of 26%, are the least humid months in Islamabad, Pakistan.

Rainfall

November and December are months with the least rain in Islamabad when the rain falls for 2.2 days and typically aggregates up to 9mm (0.35") of rain.

Daylight

With an average of 10h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Islamabad, Pakistan.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:09 pm PKT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Islamabad is 7.3h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 4 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.
Updated: Jan 30, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Islamabad in December?

Islamabad in December has an average high-temperature of 20.2°C (68.4°F) and an average low-temperature of 9°C (48.2°F). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 36°C (96.8°F).

What are the least humid months in Islamabad?

May, June and December, with an average relative humidity of 26%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in December in Islamabad?

The average relative humidity in December is 26%.

What is the driest month in Islamabad?

November and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 2.2 days and typically aggregates up to 9mm (0.35") of rain.

How many days does it rain in December in Islamabad?

In December, in Islamabad, Pakistan, the rain falls for 2.2 days. Throughout December, 9mm (0.35") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Islamabad?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Islamabad?

The average day length in December is 9h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Islamabad?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, in Islamabad, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 5:09 pm PKT.

How many hours of sunshine does Islamabad have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 7.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Islamabad?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4.

How high is the UV index in December in Islamabad?

In Islamabad, Pakistan, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Islamabad, Pakistan

Average temperature in December - Islamabad, Pakistan
  • Average high temperature in December: 20.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (39.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (17.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (28.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.1°C).

Average pressure in December
Islamabad, Pakistan

Average pressure in December - Islamabad, Pakistan
  • Average pressure in December: 1017.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1018.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (998.4mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Islamabad, Pakistan

Average wind speed in December - Islamabad, Pakistan
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (10.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (7.8km/h).

Average humidity in December
Islamabad, Pakistan

Average humidity in December - Islamabad, Pakistan
  • Average humidity in December: 26%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (53%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May, June and December (26%).

Average rainfall in December
Islamabad, Pakistan

Average rainfall in December - Islamabad, Pakistan
  • Average rainfall in December: 9mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (119mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are November and December (9mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Islamabad, Pakistan

Average rainfall days in December - Islamabad, Pakistan
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (2.2 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Islamabad, Pakistan

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Islamabad, Pakistan
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 7h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are May and June (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Islamabad, Pakistan

Average sunshine days in December - Islamabad, Pakistan
  • Average sunshine days in December: 27.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (27.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Islamabad, Pakistan

Average UV index in December - Islamabad, Pakistan
  • Average UV index in December: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in December
Islamabad, Pakistan

Average cloud cover in December - Islamabad, Pakistan
  • Average cloud cover in December: 15

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 29).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in December
Islamabad, Pakistan

Average visibility in December - Islamabad, Pakistan
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

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

Islamabad, Pakistan

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