December weather forecast
Selfoss, Iceland

December

Weather in December

In December, Selfoss witnesses the peak of its winter season with the coldest temperatures in the year. Notably, snowfall climbs up to 164mm (6.46") making it the second-highest snowfall month after March. With the longest nights of the year and limited daylight hours, it is a great time to experience the Nordic winter wonderland. This is a perfect time for tourists to catch a glimpse of the mystical Northern Lights. Despite the chilling conditions and high snowfall, this time of the year is quite a spectacle to behold.

Temperature

In Selfoss, December is the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 1.5°C (34.7°F) and a low of -1.9°C (28.6°F).

Humidity

In Selfoss, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Selfoss, during December, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 115mm (4.53") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 208.7 rainfall days, and 1105mm (43.5") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Selfoss are January through May, October through December. In Selfoss, in December, snow falls for 12.3 days, with typically accumulated 164mm (6.46") of snow. In Selfoss, Iceland, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.9 days and aggregates up to 825mm (32.48") of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 4h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:40 and sunset at 15:45. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 11:12 and sunset at 15:41 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 2.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year?
December, on average, is the coldest month, registering a high temperature of 1.5°C (34.7°F) and a low of -1.9°C (28.6°F).
How cold is December?
In Selfoss, in December, the average high-temperature is 1.5°C (34.7°F), and the average low-temperature is -1.9°C (28.6°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Selfoss?
The average relative humidity in December is 80%.
How much does it rain in Selfoss in December?
In December, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout December, 115mm (4.53") of precipitation is accumulated.
How many days does it snow in December?
In Selfoss, during December, snow falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 164mm (6.46") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days?
With an average of 4h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Selfoss.
What is the average length of the day in December?
In Selfoss, the average day length in December is 4h and 29min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 10:40 and sunset at 15:45. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 11:12 and sunset at 15:41 GMT.
How many hours of sunshine does Selfoss have in December?
In Selfoss, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.8h.
How high is the UV index in December?
In Selfoss, Iceland, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December - Selfoss, Iceland
Average temperature in December
Selfoss, Iceland
  • Average high temperature in December: 1.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (13.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (1.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -1.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (8.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (-1.9°C).

Average pressure in December - Selfoss, Iceland
Average pressure in December
Selfoss, Iceland
  • Average pressure in December: 998.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1013.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (996.8mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Selfoss, Iceland
Average wind speed in December
Selfoss, Iceland
  • Average wind speed in December: 23.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (24.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (14.7km/h).

Average humidity in December - Selfoss, Iceland
Average humidity in December
Selfoss, Iceland
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and September (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (74%).

Average rainfall in December - Selfoss, Iceland
Average rainfall in December
Selfoss, Iceland
  • Average rainfall in December: 115mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (142mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (45mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Selfoss, Iceland
Average rainfall days in December
Selfoss, Iceland
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (14.3 days).

Average snowfall in December - Selfoss, Iceland
Average snowfall in December
Selfoss, Iceland
  • Average snowfall in December: 164mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (220mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Selfoss, Iceland
Average snowfall days in December
Selfoss, Iceland
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Selfoss, Iceland
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Selfoss, Iceland
  • Average daylight in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December - Selfoss, Iceland
Average sunshine days in December
Selfoss, Iceland
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (12.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (5.5 days).

Average UV index in December - Selfoss, Iceland
Average UV index in December
Selfoss, Iceland
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December - Selfoss, Iceland
Average cloud cover in December
Selfoss, Iceland
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and August (Cloud cover 59).

Average visibility in December - Selfoss, Iceland
Average visibility in December
Selfoss, Iceland
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The month with the highest visibility is June (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (8km).

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