December weather - Winter 2024

Weather in December
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Average pressure in December
Average wind speed in December
Average humidity in December
Average rainfall in December
Average rainfall days in December
Average snowfall in December
Average snowfall days in December
Average daylight in December
Average sunshine in December
Average sunshine days in December
Average UV index in December
Average cloud cover in December
Average visibility in December

Night panorama of Belgrade city, Serbia, over the large Sava River

Weather in December

December ushers Belgrade’s return to winter, with temperatures falling to 5.6°C (42.1°F) and a shift from rain to snow, with 72mm (2.83") of snowfall recorded this month. With the shortest daylight duration of 8.9 hours, the city encounters long, snowy nights. The cool wind gusts, coupled with increased humidity, set a typical winter scene. As the skies remain predominantly cloudy, the city lights up, ready to celebrate the festive season and to welcome the New Year. This frost-laden month provides the perfect backdrop to end the year on a high note.

Temperature

With December's onset, the weather shows a temperature decrease, transitioning from a cool 12.5°C (54.5°F) in November to a cold 5.6°C (42.1°F). In December, Belgrade experiences a temperature dip to an average of 0°C (32°F) at night.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout December, 34mm (1.34") of precipitation is accumulated. In Belgrade, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137.5 days and collects up to 457mm (17.99") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Belgrade, in December, during 4.3 snowfall days, 72mm (2.83") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Belgrade, there are 20.7 snowfall days, and 298mm (11.73") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Belgrade.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 15:58. On the last day of December, in Belgrade, Serbia, sunrise is at 07:15 and sunset at 16:07 CET.

Sunshine

In Belgrade, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Belgrade are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Updated: May 22, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Belgrade?

The high-temperature, in December, in Belgrade, is 5.6°C (42.1°F), while the low-temperature averages to 0°C (32°F). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 33°C (91.4°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Belgrade?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Belgrade?

In December, the rain falls for 10.9 days. Throughout December, 34mm (1.34") of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Belgrade in December?

In Belgrade, during December, snow falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 72mm (2.83") of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Belgrade?

The month with the shortest days in Belgrade is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Belgrade have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 52min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Belgrade?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:55 and sunset at 15:58. On the last day of the month, in Belgrade, Serbia, sunrise is at 07:15 and sunset at 16:07 CET.

How many hours of sunshine does Belgrade have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Belgrade, Serbia, is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Belgrade?

The months with the lowest UV index in Belgrade are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Belgrade?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Belgrade, Serbia, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

12.5°C 54.5°F

5.6°C 42.1°F

3.3°C 37.9°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

13km/h 8.1mph

11.9km/h 7.4mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

19.7

16.8

15.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Belgrade, Serbia

Average high temperature in December: 5.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (30.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (3.3°C).

Average low temperature in December: 0°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (17.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-1.8°C).

Average pressure in December
Belgrade, Serbia

Average pressure in December: 1021.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1021.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1014.1mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Belgrade, Serbia

Average wind speed in December: 10.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (12.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5km/h).

Average humidity in December
Belgrade, Serbia

Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (56%).

Average rainfall in December
Belgrade, Serbia

Average rainfall in December: 34mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (74mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (25mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Belgrade, Serbia

Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Belgrade, Serbia

Average snowfall in December: 72mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (111mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Belgrade, Serbia

Average snowfall days in December: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Belgrade, Serbia

Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 54min).

Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Belgrade, Serbia

Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Belgrade, Serbia

Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Belgrade, Serbia

Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in December
Belgrade, Serbia

Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (8km).

December weather forecast
Belgrade, Serbia

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