December weather forecast
Orenburg, Russia

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Weather in December

Winter fully engulfs Orenburg in December. The average temperature range falls between -11.3°C (11.7°F) and -6.5°C (20.3°F). A striking feature of the weather this month is the heavy snowfall of 143mm (5.63") over 15.9 days. Lower humidity, combined with fewer sunshine hours of just 2.2 per day, reiterate the dominance of winter. A result of rising atmospheric pressure, the month brings slightly higher gusts, contributing to the frozen landscape typical of Orenburg's December conditions.

Temperature

Welcoming December, Orenburg observes a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's icy 0.5°C (32.9°F) to a freezing cold -6.5°C (20.3°F). Throughout December nights, Orenburg records a consistent low-temperature averaging a frigid cold -11.3°C (11.7°F).

Humidity

In Orenburg, Russia, the average relative humidity in December is 91%.

Rainfall

In Orenburg, Russia, in December, it is raining for 3 days, with typically 27mm (1.06") of accumulated precipitation. In Orenburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 101.3 days and collects up to 321mm (12.64") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Orenburg, Russia, during December, snow falls for 15.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 143mm (5.63") of snow. Throughout the year, in Orenburg, there are 72.9 snowfall days, and 624mm (24.57") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Orenburg, with an average of 7h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 09:04 and sunset at 17:12. On the last day of December, in Orenburg, Russia, sunrise is at 09:26 and sunset at 17:19 +05.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Orenburg are January and December, with an average of 2.2h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Orenburg are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 1 during December leads to these instructions:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Orenburg in December?

In Orenburg, in December, the average high-temperature is -6.5°C (20.3°F), and the average low-temperature is -11.3°C (11.7°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is calculated to be 28°C (82.4°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Orenburg?

The average relative humidity in December in Orenburg, Russia, is 91%.

How much does it rain in Orenburg in December?

In Orenburg, in December, during 3 rainfall days, 27mm (1.06") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Orenburg in December?

In Orenburg, Russia, in December, snow falls for 15.9 days, with typically accumulated 143mm (5.63") of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Orenburg?

With an average of 7h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Orenburg, Russia.

How many hours of daylight does Orenburg have in December?

The average day length in December in Orenburg is 7h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Orenburg?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 09:04 and sunset at 17:12. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:26 and sunset at 17:19 +05.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Orenburg?

January and December, with an average of 2.2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Orenburg have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Orenburg, Russia, is 2.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Orenburg?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Orenburg?

In Orenburg, Russia, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Orenburg, Russia

Average temperature in December - Orenburg, Russia
  • Average high temperature in December: -6.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (28.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-9.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -11.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (16.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-15.8°C).

Average pressure in December
Orenburg, Russia

Average pressure in December - Orenburg, Russia
  • Average pressure in December: 1024.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1025.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1010.6mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Orenburg, Russia

Average wind speed in December - Orenburg, Russia
  • Average wind speed in December: 15.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (16.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.6km/h).

Average humidity in December
Orenburg, Russia

Average humidity in December - Orenburg, Russia
  • Average humidity in December: 91%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (52%).

Average rainfall in December
Orenburg, Russia

Average rainfall in December - Orenburg, Russia
  • Average rainfall in December: 27mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and July (32mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (20mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Orenburg, Russia

Average rainfall days in December - Orenburg, Russia
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (0.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Orenburg, Russia

Average snowfall in December - Orenburg, Russia
  • Average snowfall in December: 143mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (158mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Orenburg, Russia

Average snowfall days in December - Orenburg, Russia
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.8 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
Orenburg, Russia

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Orenburg, Russia
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 13h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 2h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Orenburg, Russia

Average sunshine days in December - Orenburg, Russia
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (13.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Orenburg, Russia

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Orenburg, Russia

Average cloud cover in December - Orenburg, Russia
  • Average cloud cover in December: 69

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in December
Orenburg, Russia

Average visibility in December - Orenburg, Russia
  • Average visibility in December: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (7km).

Orenburg, Russia

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