Weather in December
In Paamiut, Greenland, December ushers in the harshest winter with its lowest average temperatures falling between -8.9°C (16°F) and -2.3°C (27.9°F). It's a direct descent into freezing conditions from November. Meager daylight hours and a white landscape characterize the month, laying down a blanket of tranquility. Persistent snowfall, manifesting as rainfall, ensures a wintry Christmas setting for the city's inhabitants. The grip of winter tightens, paving the way for the chilly January, closing a full circle on Paamiut's seasonal journey.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 10:13 and sunset at 16:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:41 and sunset at 16:02 -02.
Temperature
Paamiut starts December with an average high-temperature of a subzero cold -2.3°C (27.9°F), hinting at a minimal fluctuation from November. Paamiut observes an average nighttime temperature of -8.9°C (16°F) during December.Rainfall
In Paamiut, during December, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 83mm (3.27") of precipitation. In Paamiut, during the entire year, the rain falls for 120 days and collects up to 878mm (34.57") of precipitation.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 5h and 18min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 10:13 and sunset at 16:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:41 and sunset at 16:02 -02.
Updated: Jun 8, 2024
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Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate
Frequently asked questions
How cold is December?
December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of -2.3°C (27.9°F) and a low-temperature of -8.9°C (16°F).
How many days does it rain in December?
In Paamiut, in December, during 11 rainfall days, 83mm (3.27") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days in Paamiut?
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 5h and 18min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December in Paamiut?
The average day length in December is 5h and 21min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:13 and sunset at 16:02. On the last day of the month, in Paamiut, sunrise is at 10:41 and sunset at 16:02 -02.
Average temperature in December
Paamiut, Greenland
- Average high temperature in December: -2.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (8.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-3.4°C).
- Average low temperature in December: -8.9°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (2.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-10.2°C).
Average rainfall in December
Paamiut, Greenland
- Average rainfall in December: 83mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (92mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are April and May (58mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Paamiut, Greenland
- Average rainfall days in December: 11 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are July, September, November and December (11 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (8 days).
Average daylight in December
Paamiut, Greenland
- Average daylight in December: 5h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 18min).
Paamiut, Greenland
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