Average weather for North Korea in December
It's cold in December in North Korea with an average temperature of 1°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of -2°C to a high of 4°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -11°C and -3°C.
Start of December
The month of December starts in North Korea with really cold temps, averaging around 4°C during the day and nights dipping to about -5°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry. Wear a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps drop to around 1°C, with nights around -8°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny. Wear a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in North Korea is around 1°C, while nighttime temps are about -8°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun. Wear a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.
In December, there is an average of 23 mm of precipitation, spread over 6 days. Of the total precipitation, about 5,2 cm falls as snow in December. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
North Korea in December |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
1°C | 9°C | |
 Max. temperature |
4°C | 12°C | |
| Min. temperature |
-2°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
23 mm | 133 mm | |
| Rainy days |
6 days | 17 days | |
 Total snowfall |
5,2 cm | 9,7 cm | |
| Snowy days |
2 days | 3 days | |
November
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 5 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
Temperature records
With 14°C in 2023, North Korea reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -13°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -26°C to a highest value of 5°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in North Korea
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in December for North Korea, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Weather experiences in December in North Korea
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Daily Precipitation in December in North Korea
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for North Korea, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for December, you can expect about 6 days of precipitation in North Korea.
Daily Snowfall in December in North Korea
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in December in North Korea, measured in centimeters. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in December.
Daily UV index in December in North Korea
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in North Korea, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in December in North Korea over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in North Korea, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in December in North Korea over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in North Korea, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in December in North Korea per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in December in North Korea, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily weather in December for North Korea
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Weather experiences in December in North Korea
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Average weather in North Korea by month
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