December weather forecast
Lahti, Finland

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Weather in December

December in Lahti is draped in winter white as the month records one of the highest amounts of snowfall, with 189mm (7.44") accumulated. Distinguished by its short daylight hours, the city compensates with delightful holiday festivities. Creating a picturesque winter wonderland, December is the epitome of a Nordic winter. It offers stunning landscapes, ideal for winter photography, with a backdrop of snow-covered forests and frozen lakes. Remember to pack warm clothes for the nippy weather and enjoy the city adorned in Christmas lights.

Temperature

Lahti observes a small decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of December, falling from November's icy 2.3°C (36.1°F) to a freezing cold -1.4°C (29.5°F). Lahti logs an average low-temperature of -5.1°C (22.8°F) during the nights of December, subtly lower than its daytime highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 94%.

Rainfall

In Lahti, during December, the rain falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 40mm (1.57") of precipitation. In Lahti, Finland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.7 days and collects up to 398mm (15.67") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Lahti. In December, in Lahti, it is snowing for 18.9 days. Throughout December, 189mm (7.44") of snow is accumulated. In Lahti, during the entire year, snow falls for 93.7 days and aggregates up to 918mm (36.14") of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 5h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Lahti, sunrise is at 09:01 and sunset at 15:11. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 09:29 and sunset at 15:11 EET.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Lahti are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in December transforms into the following instructions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jan 31, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Lahti?

In Lahti, -1.4°C (29.5°F) is the average high-temperature and -5.1°C (22.8°F) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in Lahti?

In Lahti, the average relative humidity in December is 94%.

How much does it rain in Lahti in December?

In Lahti, Finland, in December, it is raining for 8.2 days, with typically 40mm (1.57") of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Lahti?

In Lahti, in December, snow falls for 18.9 days, with typically accumulated 189mm (7.44") of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lahti?

With an average of 5h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

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

The average day length in December is 5h and 43min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Lahti?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 09:01 and sunset at 15:11. On the last day of the month, in Lahti, Finland, sunrise is at 09:29 and sunset at 15:11 EET.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Lahti?

With an average of 1.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Lahti, Finland.

How many hours of sunshine does Lahti have in December?

In Lahti, the average sunshine duration in December is 1.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Lahti?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Lahti?

In Lahti, Finland, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Lahti, Finland

Average temperature in December - Lahti, Finland
  • Average high temperature in December: -1.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (22°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-4.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -5.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (12.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-8.9°C).

Average pressure in December
Lahti, Finland

Average pressure in December - Lahti, Finland
  • Average pressure in December: 1008.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1008.4mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Lahti, Finland

Average wind speed in December - Lahti, Finland
  • Average wind speed in December: 12km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (12km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.4km/h).

Average humidity in December
Lahti, Finland

Average humidity in December - Lahti, Finland
  • Average humidity in December: 94%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (95%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (67%).

Average rainfall in December
Lahti, Finland

Average rainfall in December - Lahti, Finland
  • Average rainfall in December: 40mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (46mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (24mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Lahti, Finland

Average rainfall days in December - Lahti, Finland
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lahti, Finland

Average snowfall in December - Lahti, Finland
  • Average snowfall in December: 189mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (196mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Lahti, Finland

Average snowfall days in December - Lahti, Finland
  • Average snowfall days in December: 18.9 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (18.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lahti, Finland

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lahti, Finland
  • Average daylight in December: 5h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 1h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lahti, Finland

Average sunshine days in December - Lahti, Finland
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.4 days

The months with the most sunshine days are May and August (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (8.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Lahti, Finland

Average UV index in December - Lahti, Finland
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Lahti, Finland

Average cloud cover in December - Lahti, Finland
  • Average cloud cover in December: 80

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 81).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 44).

Average visibility in December
Lahti, Finland

Average visibility in December - Lahti, Finland
  • Average visibility in December: 6km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July and August (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5km).

Lahti, Finland

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