December weather forecast
Astrakhan, Russia

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Weather in December

The month of December in Astrakhan witnesses the return of the biting cold winter with temperatures plunging to -2°C (28.4°F). The arrival of snow adorns Astrakhan with a pristine white cover, transforming the city into a winter wonderland. As the year ends, daylight hours further reduce and misty mornings become a common sight. Despite its chilly conditions, the city's winter charm makes December a magical time to visit Astrakhan.

Temperature

Astrakhan observes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of December, falling from November's chilly 7.5°C (45.5°F) to an icy 2.3°C (36.1°F). Astrakhan documents an average low-temperature of -2°C (28.4°F) for the nights of December.

Humidity

In Astrakhan, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 6.7 days. Throughout December, 15mm (0.59") of precipitation is accumulated. In Astrakhan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 75 days and collects up to 136mm (5.35") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Astrakhan are January through April, October through December. In Astrakhan, in December, snow falls for 4.9 days, with typically accumulated 30mm (1.18") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 21.8 snowfall days, and 114mm (4.49") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Astrakhan is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 08:10 and sunset at 17:03. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:30 and sunset at 17:10 +04.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.3h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Astrakhan. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in December leads to these guidelines:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Astrakhan in December?

In Astrakhan, in December, the average high-temperature is 2.3°C (36.1°F), and the average low-temperature is -2°C (28.4°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Astrakhan?

In Astrakhan, Russia, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Astrakhan?

In Astrakhan, during December, the rain falls for 6.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 15mm (0.59") of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Astrakhan in December?

In Astrakhan, during December, snow falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 30mm (1.18") of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Astrakhan?

With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Astrakhan.

How many hours of daylight does Astrakhan have in December?

The average day length in December in Astrakhan, Russia, is 8h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Astrakhan?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:10 and sunset at 17:03. On the last day of the month, in Astrakhan, Russia, sunrise is at 08:30 and sunset at 17:10 +04.

How many hours of sunshine does Astrakhan have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Astrakhan?

The month with the lowest UV index in Astrakhan, Russia, is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Astrakhan?

In Astrakhan, Russia, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Astrakhan, Russia

Average temperature in December - Astrakhan, Russia
  • Average high temperature in December: 2.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (33.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-1°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (22.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-5.3°C).

Average pressure in December
Astrakhan, Russia

Average pressure in December - Astrakhan, Russia
  • Average pressure in December: 1022.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (1024.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1009.9mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Astrakhan, Russia

Average wind speed in December - Astrakhan, Russia
  • Average wind speed in December: 17.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (18.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (14.7km/h).

Average humidity in December
Astrakhan, Russia

Average humidity in December - Astrakhan, Russia
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (37%).

Average rainfall in December
Astrakhan, Russia

Average rainfall in December - Astrakhan, Russia
  • Average rainfall in December: 15mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (18mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (5mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Astrakhan, Russia

Average rainfall days in December - Astrakhan, Russia
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (10 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Astrakhan, Russia

Average snowfall in December - Astrakhan, Russia
  • Average snowfall in December: 30mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (33mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Astrakhan, Russia

Average snowfall days in December - Astrakhan, Russia
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Astrakhan, Russia

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Astrakhan, Russia
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Astrakhan, Russia

Average sunshine days in December - Astrakhan, Russia
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (25.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (19.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Astrakhan, Russia

Average UV index in December - Astrakhan, Russia
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Astrakhan, Russia

Average cloud cover in December - Astrakhan, Russia
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 15).

Average visibility in December
Astrakhan, Russia

Average visibility in December - Astrakhan, Russia
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (9km).

Astrakhan, Russia

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