December weather forecast
Erbil, Iraq

December

Weather in December

December denotes the advent of winter in Erbil, with temperatures further dropping and a visible increase in precipitation. Displaying a drastic reduction, the city encounters an average high temperature of 13.8°C (56.8°F), reaffirming the winter onset. The city also witnesses frequent rain showers resulting in an average rainfall of 59mm (2.32"), contributing to December being one of the most humid months in Erbil. The final month of the year introduces shorter daylight intervals, an ideal time for seizing Erbil's winter festivities. The chilly weather, although a token of change, does not deter the locals from embracing the festive season, ending the year on a high note.

Temperature

The onset of December entails a temperature shift, as the average high-temperature decreases from a comfortable 19.5°C (67.1°F) in November to a still refreshing 13.8°C (56.8°F). Erbil registers a consistent average low-temperature of 7.5°C (45.5°F) during December.

Humidity

In Erbil, the average relative humidity in December is 54%.

Rainfall

In December, in Erbil, the rain falls for 10.5 days. Throughout December, 59mm (2.32") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 82.8 rainfall days, and 365mm (14.37") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 1.6 snowfall days, and 16mm (0.63") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:56 and sunset at 16:49. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:14 and sunset at 16:59 +03.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Undertake precautions - Obligation exists to protect against skin and eye damage. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?
In Erbil, 13.8°C (56.8°F) is the average high-temperature and 7.5°C (45.5°F) is the average low-temperature during December.
What is the average humidity in December?
In December, the average relative humidity is 54%.
How many days does it rain in December?
In Erbil, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 59mm (2.32") of precipitation.
When does it start to snow?
December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.2 snowfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days?
With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
What is the average length of the day in December in Erbil?
The average day length in December is 9h and 45min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December?
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:56 and sunset at 16:49. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:14 and sunset at 16:59 +03.
What are the months with the least sunshine?
January and December, with an average of 6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Erbil have in December?
In December, the average sunshine duration is 6h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.
How high is the UV index in December in Erbil?
In Erbil, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average sunshine
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Average UV index
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Average visibility
Average temperature in December - Erbil, Iraq
Average temperature in December
Erbil, Iraq
  • Average high temperature in December: 13.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (42.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (11.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 7.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (27.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (5.2°C).

Average pressure in December - Erbil, Iraq
Average pressure in December
Erbil, Iraq
  • Average pressure in December: 1020.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1001.7mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Erbil, Iraq
Average wind speed in December
Erbil, Iraq
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (10.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (6.9km/h).

Average humidity in December - Erbil, Iraq
Average humidity in December
Erbil, Iraq
  • Average humidity in December: 54%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (57%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (15%).

Average rainfall in December - Erbil, Iraq
Average rainfall in December
Erbil, Iraq
  • Average rainfall in December: 59mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (72mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Erbil, Iraq
Average rainfall days in December
Erbil, Iraq
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.1 days).

Average snowfall in December - Erbil, Iraq
Average snowfall in December
Erbil, Iraq
  • Average snowfall in December: 1mm

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (7mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Erbil, Iraq
Average snowfall days in December
Erbil, Iraq
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Erbil, Iraq
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Erbil, Iraq
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December - Erbil, Iraq
Average sunshine days in December
Erbil, Iraq
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (30.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (14 days).

Average UV index in December - Erbil, Iraq
Average UV index in December
Erbil, Iraq
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 9).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December - Erbil, Iraq
Average cloud cover in December
Erbil, Iraq
  • Average cloud cover in December: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 34).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 1).

Average visibility in December - Erbil, Iraq
Average visibility in December
Erbil, Iraq
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

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

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