Semipalatinsk weather in December (Kazakhstan)

Curious about the December weather in Semipalatinsk? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In December, Semipalatinsk generally has very low temperatures and low snowfall. December is a winter month. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around -6°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate -16°C. It's a notably cold month; make sure to wear layers to stay warm. It's wiser to gear up in advance than to be caught off-guard, trembling in the cold.

Semipalatinsk in December usually receives low snowfall, averaging around 28 mm for the month. Typically around 11 days of snowfall is expected.

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 94 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Semipalatinsk. May, June, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Semipalatinsk climate page with graphs.

 

Semipalatinsk, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -16°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature -6°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 38%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 28 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 77%  
WindspeedWindspeed 14 km/h  
SunshineSunshine 94 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Kazakhstan in December

Find out more about the weather in Kazakhstan in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Semipalatinsk in December?

Visitors traveling to Semipalatinsk should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in December.

Swimming
1/10
Cycling
1/10
Walking
1/10
Camping
2/10
Outdoor sports
1/10

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