December weather forecast
Volgograd, Russia

December ushers in the full brunt of winter to Volgograd, with temperatures plummeting to achieve an average high of -1.5°C (29.3°F) and a low of -6.8°C (19.8°F). This is the time when the city is truly enveloped in winter, with frequent snowfall and fewer daylight hours. For many, December is the most beautiful month in Volgograd, as freshly fallen snow covers the city, turning it into a winter wonderland. With Christmas around the corner, the city is lit up in holiday cheer, despite the predominating cold and frost. December reigns as the month with the highest relative humidity, at 89%, highlighting the persisting cold damp conditions.

Temperature

December in Volgograd shows a mild decline in the average high-temperature, falling from November's icy 4.6°C (40.3°F) to a subzero cold -1.5°C (29.3°F). An average nighttime temperature of -6.8°C (19.8°F) is observed during December.

Humidity

The most humid month in Volgograd is December, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

Rainfall

In Volgograd, during December, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 32mm (1.26") of precipitation. In Volgograd, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123 days and collects up to 347mm (13.66") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Volgograd, Russia, during December, snow falls for 12 days. In Volgograd, Russia, during the entire year, snow falls for 54 days.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Volgograd, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:33 and sunset at 16:08. On the last day of December, in Volgograd, sunrise is at 07:54 and sunset at 16:15 MSK.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Volgograd is December, with an average of 1.4h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Volgograd. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 1 turns into the following recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.