Weather in Croatia in December

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Visiting Croatia in December

The weather in December is significantly cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into January. December has average maximum temperatures of 9°C (49°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 35.4% making it very cloudy and overcast with some periods of sunshine. There are 3.2 hours of sunshine per day. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Croatia.

December has total rainfall of 9.7cm (3.8inches) making it mostly dry with only intermittent light showers. There are only 13.3 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

Sea temperatures are a cold 15°C (58°F). December is too cold for swimming in Croatia for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. The sea temperature in December is cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into January.

Consider visiting Croatia in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for December.

Can you sunbathe in Croatia in December?

No, December is not a good time for sunbathing in Croatia.

December has average maximum temperatures of 9°C (49°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 35.4% making it very cloudy and overcast with some periods of sunshine. There are 3.2 hours of sunshine per day. December has total rainfall of 9.7cm (3.8inches) making it mostly dry with only intermittent light showers. There are only 13.3 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days.

More about December temperature and sunshine.

Can you swim in Croatia in December?

No, December is too cold for swimming in Croatia for any length of time, with the sea water at 15°C (58°F), unless you have a wetsuit.

More about December sea temperatures.

Is December a good time to holiday in Croatia?

No, December is not a good time for a holiday in Croatia.

December has average maximum temperatures of 9°C (49°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 35.4% making it very cloudy and overcast with some periods of sunshine. There are 3.2 hours of sunshine per day. December has total rainfall of 9.7cm (3.8inches) making it mostly dry with only intermittent light showers. There are only 13.3 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of days. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Croatia. Sea temperatures are a cold 15°C (58°F). December is too cold for swimming in Croatia for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

More about the December temperatures and sunshine.

Is Croatia warm in December?

No, Croatia is too cold for sunbathing in December.

The average maximum temperature in Croatia in December is 9°C (49°F). The average maximum temperature is 15°C (59°) in the previous month and 9°C (48°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Croatia in December is 7°C (45°F). The average temperature is 12°C (54°F) in the previous month and 7°C (44°F) in the next month.

More info about the December temperatures and sunshine.

How sunny is Croatia in December?

The average day light hours per day in Croatia in December are 8.9. The sunshine percentage is 35.4% making it very cloudy and overcast with some periods of sunshine. There are 3.2 hours of sunshine per day.

More about December sunshine.

Temperature in Croatia in December

The weather in December is significantly cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into January. The average maximum temperature in Croatia in December is 9°C (49°F). The average maximum temperature is 15°C (59°F) in the previous month and 9°C (48°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Croatia in December is 7°C (45°F). The average temperature is 12°C (54°F) in the previous month and 7°C (44°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Croatia in December is 5°C (41°F). The minimum temperature is 10°C (50°F) in the previous month and 4°C (40°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Croatia in December

The days in December are slightly shorter than the previous month. December has slightly less hours of sunshine than the previous month. During December the average day light hours are 8.9 per day in Croatia. The sunshine percentage is 35.4% making it very cloudy and overcast with some periods of sunshine. There are 3.2 hours of sunshine per day.

The ultraviolet index in Croatia in December is typically 1.6 during December. An ultraviolet index reading of 0 to 2 indicates low danger from the sun's UV rays for the average person. Most people will be able to spend several hours in the sun with out a problem, however unprotected skin risks burning in less than 1 hour. Wear sunglasses on bright days. Only those that burn easily will need to apply sunscreen. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Sea Temperature in Croatia in December

The average sea water temperature in Croatia in December is 14.6°C (58.3°F) which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea. The sea temperature in December is cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into January.

Rainfall in Croatia in December

December weather is marginally drier than the previous month and rainfall continues to drop into January. December has a couple of less days of rain than the previous month and rainy days continue to drop slightly into January. The average total rainfall in Croatia in December is 9.7cm (3.8inches) and on average there are 13.3 rainy days in December making it a pretty wet time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Croatia in December

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Croatia in December is 4°C (40°F) which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is 10°C (50°F) in the previous month and 4°C (4°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Croatia in December is typically 83.9%. The maximum relative humidity is 86.9% in the previous month and 82.4% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Croatia in December is typically 74.2%. The average relative humidity is 77.1% in the previous month and 72.8% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Croatia in December

The average maximum wind speed in Croatia in December is typically 23KM/H (14MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 20KM/H (12MPH) in the previous month and 22KM/H (14MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in Croatia in December is typically 15KM/H (9MPH). The average wind speed is 13KM/H (8MPH) in the previous month and 14KM/H (9MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in Croatia in December is from the East.

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