RussiaAverage weather for Saint Petersburg in December
It's cold in December in Saint Petersburg with an average temperature of 0°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of -1°C to a high of 2°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -6°C and -2°C.
Start of December
The month of December starts in Saint Petersburg with really cold temps, averaging around -0°C during the day and nights dipping to about -4°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry. Wear a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps rise to around 1°C, with nights around -3°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too. Wear a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Saint Petersburg is around 1°C, while nighttime temps are about -3°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny. Wear a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.
Water temperature
The water temperature at Saint Petersburg is 6°C this month. This is too cold to swim without protective gear.
In December, there is an average of 66 mm of precipitation, spread over 15 days. Of the total precipitation, about 38 cm falls as snow in December. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Saint Petersburg in December |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
0°C | 9°C | |
 Max. temperature |
2°C | 12°C | |
| Min. temperature |
-1°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
66 mm | 133 mm | |
| Rainy days |
15 days | 17 days | |
 Total snowfall |
38 cm | 9,7 cm | |
| Snowy days |
16 days | 3 days | |
November
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 1 this month. That's a low value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. The risk of sunburn is minimal at this time.
Temperature records
With 11°C in 2015, Saint Petersburg reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -16°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -24°C to a highest value of 7°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in Saint Petersburg
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in December for Saint Petersburg, 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.
Daily Precipitation in December in Saint Petersburg
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Saint Petersburg, 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 15 days of precipitation in Saint Petersburg.
Daily Snowfall in December in Saint Petersburg
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in December in Saint Petersburg, 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 Saint Petersburg
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Saint Petersburg, 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 Saint Petersburg over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Saint Petersburg, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in December in Saint Petersburg over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Saint Petersburg, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in December in Saint Petersburg per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in December in Saint Petersburg, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily weather in December for Saint Petersburg
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Average weather in Saint Petersburg by month
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