December weather forecast
Kaunas, Lithuania

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Weather in December

December marks the onset of winter in Kaunas. With Christmas and New Year festivities in full swing, the city dresses up in beautiful lights and decorations despite the cold. As temperatures drop further to a lower limit of -4.9°C (23.2°F), the city experiences short daylight hours, culminating in long winter nights. It is the month where warm clothing and cozy indoor activities dominate the scene, embracing the winter season with its striking charm.

Temperature

December's arrival coincides with a soft drop in the average high-temperature, subtly decreasing from November's wintry 4.4°C (39.9°F) to a still cold 0°C (32°F). Nighttime temperature sees a small decrement from daytime highs, dipping to an average of -4.9°C (23.2°F) during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 89.1%.

Rainfall

In Kaunas, in December, during 20.9 rainfall days, 48mm (1.89") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kaunas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 187.5 days and collects up to 627mm (24.69") of precipitation.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 7h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 08:25 and sunset at 16:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:48 and sunset at 16:06 EET.

Sunshine

With an average of 0.9h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Kaunas.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 0, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 0 in December translates into these instructions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Kaunas in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Kaunas, is 0°C (32°F), while the average low-temperature is -4.9°C (23.2°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Kaunas?

The average relative humidity in December in Kaunas, Lithuania, is 89.1%.

How much does it rain in Kaunas in December?

In Kaunas, in December, it is raining for 20.9 days, with typically 48mm (1.89") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the month with the shortest days in Kaunas?

December has the shortest days of the year in Kaunas, with an average of 7h and 18min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December in Kaunas, Lithuania, is 7h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Kaunas?

On the first day of December in Kaunas, Lithuania, sunrise is at 08:25 and sunset at 16:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:48 and sunset at 16:06 EET.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Kaunas?

With an average of 0.9h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Kaunas have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 0.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Kaunas?

The months with the lowest UV index in Kaunas, Lithuania, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 0.

How high is the UV index in December in Kaunas?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Kaunas, Lithuania, is 0. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average UV index

Average temperature in December
Kaunas, Lithuania

Average temperature in December - Kaunas, Lithuania
  • Average high temperature in December: 0°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (22.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-2.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -4.9°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 (-8.5°C).

Average humidity in December
Kaunas, Lithuania

Average humidity in December - Kaunas, Lithuania
  • Average humidity in December: 89.1%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (68.8%).

Average rainfall in December
Kaunas, Lithuania

Average rainfall in December - Kaunas, Lithuania
  • Average rainfall in December: 47.8mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (81.2mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (29.9mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Kaunas, Lithuania

Average rainfall days in December - Kaunas, Lithuania
  • Average rainfall days in December: 20.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (22.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are April and September (11.3 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Kaunas, Lithuania

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kaunas, Lithuania
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 0h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 8h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 54min).

Average UV index in December
Kaunas, Lithuania

Average UV index in December - Kaunas, Lithuania
  • Average UV index in December: 0

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 0).

Kaunas, Lithuania

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