Normal 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.
In December, there is an average of 23 mm of precipitation, spread over 5 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.
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.
North Korea in December |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
1°C | 9°C | |
 High Temp |
4°C | 11°C | |
| Low Temp |
-2°C | 8°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
23 mm | 67 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
5 days | 10 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
5,2 cm | 1,2 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
2 days | 1 day | |
Start of December
The month of December starts in North Korea with very cold temperatures, averaging around 4°C during the day and nights close to -5°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather is mostly sunny and dry.
Mid-December
By mid-December, the average daytime temperature drops to around 1°C, with nights close to -8°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry with sunshine.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in North Korea will be around 1°C, with nights close to -8°C. Barely any chance of precipitation. The weather will mostly be dry with lots of sunshine.
Temperature records for North Korea in December
With 14°C, North Korea hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in December 2023. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -13°C in 2021. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -26°C to a high of 5°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in North Korea
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in December in North Korea, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during 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 millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown 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 rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for December, you can expect around 5 days of rain in North Korea.
Daily Snowfall in December in North Korea
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in December in North Korea, measured in centimetres. 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 years.
Total Precipitation in December in North Korea Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in North Korea, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if 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 centimetres, over the past years.
Daily climate in December for North Korea
Click on a specific day in December for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in North Korea. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in December in North Korea
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Average Weather in North Korea by Month
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