Republic of North Ossetia–Alania Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Republic of North Ossetia–Alania, Russia in December.

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Vladikavkaz

Planning a trip to Republic of North Ossetia–Alania, Russia this December? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Republic of North Ossetia–Alania in December

Republic of North Ossetia–Alania, Russia is a region in Russia. December in Republic of North Ossetia–Alania generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. December falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 3°C (37°F) and nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) in Vladikavkaz. December is a very cold month in some areas, so be prepared and make sure to dress up warm.

To explore the conditions in Republic of North Ossetia–Alania, Russia in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

December is a moderate rainy month with an average snow/rainfall of around 32 mm (1.3 in) in Vladikavkaz. Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month usually has the lowest rainfall in Vladikavkaz, marking it as the year's driest month.

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Vladikavkaz typically sees 108 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

Explore Republic of North Ossetia–Alania by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Republic of North Ossetia–Alania — and find the best time to visit. (based on Vladikavkaz)

January2°C (36°F) February3°C (37°F) March7°C (45°F) April13°C (55°F) May18°C (64°F) June22°C (72°F) This monthJuly24°C (75°F) August24°C (75°F) September20°C (68°F) October15°C (59°F) November8°C (46°F) December3°C (37°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Republic of North Ossetia–Alania in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Republic of North Ossetia–Alania.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Republic of North Ossetia–Alania

What is the weather like in December for the most popular destinonation in Republic of North Ossetia–Alania, Russia?

Vladikavkaz

In December Vladikavkaz generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 3°C (37°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -6°C (21°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

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December
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November
December
January
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
-6°C (21°F)
-7°C (19°F)
Monthly sun hours
111 hours
108 hours
107 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
42 mm (1.7 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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Republic of North Ossetia–Alania weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Republic of North Ossetia–Alania, Russia in December?

Expect poor weather across Republic of North Ossetia–Alania, Russia in December. The popular destination of Vladikavkaz averages 3°C (37°F) by day and -6°C (21°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in Republic of North Ossetia–Alania, Russia in December?

Vladikavkaz averages a daytime maximum of 3°C (37°F) in December, with overnight lows close to -6°C (21°F).

Does Republic of North Ossetia–Alania, Russia get a lot of snow/rain in December?

Not particularly. Vladikavkaz averages just 32 mm (1.3 in) of snow/rain in December, making it a mostly dry month for Republic of North Ossetia–Alania, Russia.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Republic of North Ossetia–Alania, Russia?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Vladikavkaz, December may not be the ideal time to visit Republic of North Ossetia–Alania, Russia.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in August and September offering mostly pleasant weather in Vladikavkaz. In contrast, January, February, March, April, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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