December weather forecast
Pajala, Sweden

December

Weather in December

Closing off the year, Pajala in December remains tucked under a snowy blanket. Temperatures vary from a spine-chilling -5.7°C (21.7°F) to a stark -10.7°C (12.7°F). Prolonged hours of darkness with scarce sunlight make up an ordinary day in December. Fighting the harsh cold, the town stands resilient, portraying an enchanting winter wonderland. December weather paints Pajala in its most frosty and beautiful guise.

Temperature

In December, Pajala experiences a minor shift in meteorological conditions with average high-temperatures marked at a still freezing cold -5.7°C (21.7°F), closely mirroring the climate in November. Pajala's nighttime temperature in December consistently rests at a frigid cold -10.7°C (12.7°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Pajala is 95%.

Rainfall

In Pajala, Sweden, in December, during 2.8 rainfall days, 29mm (1.14") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Pajala, during the entire year, the rain falls for 111.8 days and collects up to 419mm (16.5") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 19.5 days and typically aggregates up to 204mm (8.03") of snow.

Daylight

In Pajala, the average length of the day in December is 1h and 47min.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 09:40 and sunset at 12:50. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:33 and sunset at 12:25 CET.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 0.9h.

UV index

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Pajala?
An average high-temperature, in December, in Pajala, is -5.7°C (21.7°F) and the average low-temperature is -10.7°C (12.7°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Pajala?
In Pajala, Sweden, the average relative humidity in December is 95%.
How much does it rain in Pajala in December?
In Pajala, Sweden, in December, it is raining for 2.8 days, with typically 29mm (1.14") of accumulated precipitation.
When does it snow the most in Pajala?
December is the month with the most snowfall in Pajala, Sweden. Snow falls for 19.5 days and accumulates 204mm (8.03") of snow.
How many days does it snow in December in Pajala?
In December, in Pajala, Sweden, it is snowing for 19.5 days. Throughout December, 204mm (8.03") of snow is accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in December in Pajala?
In December, the average day length in Pajala, Sweden, is 1h and 47min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Pajala?
On the first day of December in Pajala, Sweden, sunrise is at 09:40 and sunset at 12:50. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:33 and sunset at 12:25 CET.
How many hours of sunshine does Pajala have in December?
In December, the average sunshine duration in Pajala, Sweden, is 0.9h.
When is the lowest UV index in Pajala?
The months with the lowest UV index in Pajala are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.
What is the UV index intensity in December in Pajala?
In Pajala, Sweden, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in December - Pajala, Sweden
Average temperature in December
Pajala, Sweden
  • Average high temperature in December: -5.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (19.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-8.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -10.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (10.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-14.3°C).

Average pressure in December - Pajala, Sweden
Average pressure in December
Pajala, Sweden
  • Average pressure in December: 1004.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1004.7mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Pajala, Sweden
Average wind speed in December
Pajala, Sweden
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (11km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (9.2km/h).

Average humidity in December - Pajala, Sweden
Average humidity in December
Pajala, Sweden
  • Average humidity in December: 95%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (96%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (65%).

Average rainfall in December - Pajala, Sweden
Average rainfall in December
Pajala, Sweden
  • Average rainfall in December: 29mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (59mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and April (23mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Pajala, Sweden
Average rainfall days in December
Pajala, Sweden
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in December - Pajala, Sweden
Average snowfall in December
Pajala, Sweden
  • Average snowfall in December: 204mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (204mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Pajala, Sweden
Average snowfall days in December
Pajala, Sweden
  • Average snowfall days in December: 19.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (19.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pajala, Sweden
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Pajala, Sweden
  • Average daylight in December: 1h and 5min

The month with the longest days is May (Average daylight: 19h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 0h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December - Pajala, Sweden
Average sunshine days in December
Pajala, Sweden
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (7.6 days).

Average UV index in December - Pajala, Sweden
Average UV index in December
Pajala, Sweden
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December - Pajala, Sweden
Average cloud cover in December
Pajala, Sweden
  • Average cloud cover in December: 72

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 49).

Average visibility in December - Pajala, Sweden
Average visibility in December
Pajala, Sweden
  • Average visibility in December: 5km

The month with the highest visibility is June (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, April and December (5km).

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