Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average sea temperature in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
The average high-temperature decreases in December, shifting from a fresh 10°C (50°F) in November to an icy 2.9°C (37.2°F). An average nighttime temperature of -2.4°C (27.7°F) is noted in Gangneung during the month of December.Humidity
January and December, with an average relative humidity of 62%, are the least humid months.Rainfall
December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 5.8 days and accumulates 23mm (0.91") of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Gangneung are January through April, November and December. In December, in Gangneung, South Korea, it is snowing for 3.3 days. Throughout December, 40mm (1.57") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 17.1 snowfall days, and 248mm (9.76") of snow is accumulated.Sea temperature
In Gangneung, in December, the average water temperature is 11.5°C (52.7°F).Note: Dipping into 11.5°C (52.7°F) below 10°C (50°F) is possible with the right protection; absent that, anticipate cold shock and hampered breathing. Swimming momentarily at 13°C (55.4°F) can be jarring.
Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:21 and sunset at 17:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:39 and sunset at 17:15 KST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December in Gangneung, South Korea, is 6.5h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Gangneung are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
How cold is it in Gangneung in December?
What is the least humid month in Gangneung?
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How many days does it rain in December in Gangneung?
How many days does it snow in December in Gangneung?
How cold is the water in December in Gangneung?
What is the month with the shortest days in Gangneung?
What is the average length of the day in December in Gangneung?
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Gangneung?
How many hours of sunshine does Gangneung have in December?
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Gangneung?
What is the UV index intensity in December in Gangneung?
Average temperature in December
Gangneung, South Korea
- Average high temperature in December: 2.9°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (25.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (1°C).
- Average low temperature in December: -2.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (20.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-4.6°C).
Average pressure in December
Gangneung, South Korea
- Average pressure in December: 1022.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1023.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1007.1mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Gangneung, South Korea
- Average wind speed in December: 16.5km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (16.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (9.5km/h).
Average humidity in December
Gangneung, South Korea
- Average humidity in December: 62%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and December (62%).
Average rainfall in December
Gangneung, South Korea
- Average rainfall in December: 23mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (148mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (23mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Gangneung, South Korea
- Average rainfall days in December: 5.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Gangneung, South Korea
- Average snowfall in December: 40mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (79mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Gangneung, South Korea
- Average snowfall days in December: 3.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Gangneung, South Korea
- Average sea temperature in December: 11.5°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (24°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (8.4°C).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gangneung, South Korea
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in December: 6h and 3min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Gangneung, South Korea
- Average sunshine days in December: 22.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.1 days).
Average UV index in December
Gangneung, South Korea
- Average UV index in December: 2
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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Gangneung, South Korea
- Average cloud cover in December: 24
The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in December
Gangneung, South Korea
- Average visibility in December: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (9km).
Gangneung, South Korea
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