December weather forecast
Donetsk, Ukraine

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Weather in December

By the time December rolls in, Donetsk is firmly gripped by winter. Cold temperatures, snowfall, and limited daylight hours constitute the weather blueprint for this month. A noteworthy detail about December is a significant increase in snowfall, reaching up to 42mm (1.65") from the 12mm (0.47") recorded in November. Despite its chill, this season brings a magical cloak of snow, rendering the landscapes of Donetsk into enchanting winter scenes. Careful planning and weather-proof outfits become indispensable for outdoor activities during a typical December in Donetsk.

Temperature

The start of December involves a temperature drop, moving from a chilly 6.1°C (43°F) in November to an icy 1°C (33.8°F). In December, Donetsk experiences a marginal drop in temperature, with averages of -3.1°C (26.4°F) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In Donetsk, Ukraine, in December, during 7.5 rainfall days, 21mm (0.83") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 95.6 rainfall days, and 220mm (8.66") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Donetsk. In Donetsk, during December, snow falls for 6.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 42mm (1.65") of snow. In Donetsk, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.3 days and aggregates up to 229mm (9.02") of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Donetsk, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:57 and sunset at 15:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:18 and sunset at 15:45 EET.

Sunshine

In Donetsk, the average sunshine in December is 3.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following advice:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Donetsk?

During December, Donetsk experiences an average high-temperature of 1°C (33.8°F) and a low-temperature of -3.1°C (26.4°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 29°C (84.2°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Donetsk?

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December in Donetsk?

In Donetsk, in December, it is raining for 7.5 days, with typically 21mm (0.83") of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Donetsk?

In Donetsk, in December, during 6.9 snowfall days, 42mm (1.65") of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Donetsk?

With an average of 8h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

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

In December, the average day length in Donetsk, Ukraine, is 8h and 27min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Donetsk?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:57 and sunset at 15:37. On the last day of the month, in Donetsk, Ukraine, sunrise is at 07:18 and sunset at 15:45 EET.

How many hours of sunshine does Donetsk have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Donetsk is 3.3h.

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

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December in Donetsk?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Donetsk is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Donetsk, Ukraine

Average temperature in December - Donetsk, Ukraine
  • Average high temperature in December: 1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (28.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-2.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -3.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (18.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-6.4°C).

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Average pressure in December
Donetsk, Ukraine

Average pressure in December - Donetsk, Ukraine
  • Average pressure in December: 1019.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (1021.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1011mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Donetsk, Ukraine

Average wind speed in December - Donetsk, Ukraine
  • Average wind speed in December: 17.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (17.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (13.1km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Donetsk, Ukraine

Average humidity in December - Donetsk, Ukraine
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (46%).

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Average rainfall in December
Donetsk, Ukraine

Average rainfall in December - Donetsk, Ukraine
  • Average rainfall in December: 21mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (31mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (11mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Donetsk, Ukraine

Average rainfall days in December - Donetsk, Ukraine
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and November (4.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Donetsk, Ukraine

Average snowfall in December - Donetsk, Ukraine
  • Average snowfall in December: 42mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (79mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Donetsk, Ukraine

Average snowfall days in December - Donetsk, Ukraine
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Donetsk, Ukraine

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Donetsk, Ukraine
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Donetsk, Ukraine

Average sunshine days in December - Donetsk, Ukraine
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Donetsk, Ukraine

Average UV index in December - Donetsk, Ukraine
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Donetsk, Ukraine

Average cloud cover in December - Donetsk, Ukraine
  • Average cloud cover in December: 70

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 76).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 20).

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Average visibility in December
Donetsk, Ukraine

Average visibility in December - Donetsk, Ukraine
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (8km).

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Donetsk, Ukraine

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