December weather forecast
Slovakia

December in Slovakia ushers in the full onset of winter, with temperatures reaching their yearly lows. In the lowland regions, including cities such as Bratislava and Kosice, temperatures generally range from -1°C (30.2°F) to 3°C (37.4°F). The mountainous regions, like the High Tatras, experience even colder conditions, with averages fluctuating between -6°C (21.2°F) and -1°C (30.2°F).

December is characterized by frequent snowfall across the country. The mountainous regions are particularly affected, making them popular destinations for winter sports enthusiasts. In lower areas, snow is also common, covering the landscapes in a blanket of white. Average precipitation in December is about 60mm (2.36"), most of which falls as snow.

Compared to November, December experiences a further decrease in temperatures and an increase in snowfall, cementing the arrival of winter. Looking ahead to January, the weather maintains a similar pattern with cold temperatures and frequent snowfall. Daylight hours in December reach their minimum, but the snowy landscapes provide a unique charm for sightseeing and a wide array of winter activities.

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• Bratislava - December »
  In Bratislava, during December, snow falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 40mm (1.57") of snow. The month with the shortest days in Bratislava is December, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.
• Košice - December »
  December has the shortest days of the year in Košice with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight. The months with the lowest UV index in Košice are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.
• Prešov - December »
  During Prešov's transition into December, the average high-temperature lessens, moving from a chilly 6°C (42.8°F) in November to a cold 1°C (33.8°F). The month of December in Prešov is marked by an average minimum temperature of -4°C (24.8°F), slightly cooler than its daytime counterpart.
• Žilina - December »
  The chill in the air coupled with minimal sunshine defines December, bringing a quintessential winter feel that rounds off the climatological year in Žilina, Slovakia. The month with the shortest days in Žilina is December, with an average of 8h and 18min of daylight.
• Nitra - December »
  The month with the shortest days in Nitra is December, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight. December ushers in winter in Nitra, Slovakia, with its low temperatures and shortened daylight hours.
• Banská Bystrica - December »
  In Banská Bystrica, Slovakia, during December, the rain falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 44mm (1.73") of precipitation. The month with the shortest days in Banská Bystrica is December, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.
• Trnava - December »
  In summary, December depicts a typical winter month in Trnava characterized by low temperatures, reduced daylight hours, and increased rainfall. The month with the shortest days in Trnava is December, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.
• Trenčín - December »
  December in Trenčín heralds in the winter, characterized by cold temperatures, reduced daylight hours, and moderate precipitation. The month with the shortest days in Trenčín is December, with an average of 8h and 18min of daylight.
• Martin - December »
  In Martin, in December, snow falls for 14.5 days, with typically accumulated 253mm (9.96") of snow. In Martin, in December, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 58mm (2.28") of accumulated precipitation.
• Poprad - December »
  The months with the lowest UV index in Poprad are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. December has the shortest days of the year in Poprad, with an average of 8h and 18min of daylight.
• Prievidza - December »
  The weather in Prievidza, Slovakia during December is characterized by short days, increased snowfall, and high relative humidity. In Prievidza, Slovakia, in December, during 8.7 snowfall days, 81mm (3.19") of snow is typically accumulated.