December weather forecast
Achel, Belgium

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Achel, Belgium, with an average temperature varying between 2.5°C (36.5°F) and 6.1°C (43°F).

Temperature

Transition into December subtly marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moderately moving from a frosty 9.6°C (49.3°F) in November to a still chilly 6.1°C (43°F). Achel encounters an average temperature dip to a wintry 2.5°C (36.5°F) throughout December, subtly lower than its daytime maximum.

Humidity

December is the most humid month in Achel, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Achel is December, when the rain falls for 16.1 days and typically aggregates up to 50mm (1.97") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Achel. December is the month with the most snowfall in Achel. Snow falls for 3.3 days and accumulates 33mm (1.3") of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Achel, Belgium.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:20 and sunset at 16:33. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 08:42 and sunset at 16:40 CET.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Achel, Belgium. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Jan 29, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Achel in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Achel, records 6.1°C (43°F), while the low-temperature is 2.5°C (36.5°F).

What is the most humid month in Achel?

With an average relative humidity of 87%, December is the most humid month in Achel.

What is the average humidity in December in Achel?

The average relative humidity in December in Achel is 87%.

What is the rainiest month in Achel?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Achel. Rain falls for 16.1 days and accumulates 50mm (1.97") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Achel in December?

In Achel, Belgium, in December, during 16.1 rainfall days, 50mm (1.97") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Achel?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 3.3 days and typically aggregates up to 33mm (1.3") of snow.

How much does it snow in Achel in December?

In Achel, Belgium, in December, during 3.3 snowfall days, 33mm (1.3") of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Achel?

The month with the shortest days in Achel, Belgium, is December, with an average of 8h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Achel?

In Achel, the average day length in December is 7h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Achel?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:20 and sunset at 16:33. On the last day of the month, in Achel, Belgium, sunrise is at 08:42 and sunset at 16:40 CET.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Achel?

With an average of 3.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Achel have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Achel is 3.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Achel?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Achel, Belgium.

What is the UV index reading in December in Achel?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Achel is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Achel, Belgium

Average temperature in December - Achel, Belgium
  • Average high temperature in December: 6.1°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (23.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 2.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.2°C).

Average pressure in December
Achel, Belgium

Average pressure in December - Achel, Belgium
  • Average pressure in December: 1016.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.6mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Achel, Belgium

Average wind speed in December - Achel, Belgium
  • Average wind speed in December: 17.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (17.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.1km/h).

Average humidity in December
Achel, Belgium

Average humidity in December - Achel, Belgium
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Achel, Belgium

Average rainfall in December - Achel, Belgium
  • Average rainfall in December: 50mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (50mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (20mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Achel, Belgium

Average rainfall days in December - Achel, Belgium
  • Average rainfall days in December: 16.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Achel, Belgium

Average snowfall in December - Achel, Belgium
  • Average snowfall in December: 33mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (33mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Achel, Belgium

Average snowfall days in December - Achel, Belgium
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Achel, Belgium

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Achel, Belgium
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Achel, Belgium

Average sunshine days in December - Achel, Belgium
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Achel, Belgium

Average UV index in December - Achel, Belgium
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Achel, Belgium

Average cloud cover in December - Achel, Belgium
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in December
Achel, Belgium

Average visibility in December - Achel, Belgium
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).

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