December weather forecast
Xanten, Germany

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Xanten, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 5.8°C (42.4°F) and an average low of 2.3°C (36.1°F).

Temperature

The start of December involves a subtle temperature drop, shifting from a frosty 9.3°C (48.7°F) in November to a wintry 5.8°C (42.4°F). Nighttime readings in Xanten during December register a minimal drop from daytime highs, averaging at a still icy 2.3°C (36.1°F).

Humidity

December is the most humid month in Xanten, Germany, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Xanten is December, when the rain falls for 17 days and typically aggregates up to 57mm (2.24") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Xanten, Germany. In Xanten, in December, during 3.5 snowfall days, 25mm (0.98") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Xanten, there are 16 snowfall days, and 96mm (3.78") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 7h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Xanten, Germany, sunrise is at 08:18 and sunset at 16:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:40 and sunset at 16:34 CET.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Xanten in December?

During December, Xanten experiences an average high-temperature of 5.8°C (42.4°F) and a low-temperature of 2.3°C (36.1°F).

What is the most humid month in Xanten?

December is the most humid month in Xanten, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

What is the average humidity in December in Xanten?

The average relative humidity in December in Xanten is 88%.

What is the wettest month in Xanten?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 17 days and typically aggregates up to 57mm (2.24") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Xanten in December?

In Xanten, during December, the rain falls for 17 days and regularly aggregates up to 57mm (2.24") of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Xanten in December?

In December, it is snowing for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 25mm (0.98") of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Xanten?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 7h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Xanten have in December?

In Xanten, the average day length in December is 7h and 54min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Xanten?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:18 and sunset at 16:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:40 and sunset at 16:34 CET.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Xanten?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Xanten, with an average of 3.6h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Xanten have in December?

In Xanten, Germany, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Xanten?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Xanten?

In Xanten, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Xanten, Germany

Average temperature in December - Xanten, Germany
  • Average high temperature in December: 5.8°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (23.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 2.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.8°C).

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Average pressure in December
Xanten, Germany

Average pressure in December - Xanten, Germany
  • Average pressure in December: 1015.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.6mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Xanten, Germany

Average wind speed in December - Xanten, Germany
  • Average wind speed in December: 17.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (17.2km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (11.3km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Xanten, Germany

Average humidity in December - Xanten, Germany
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Xanten, Germany

Average rainfall in December - Xanten, Germany
  • Average rainfall in December: 57mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (57mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (25mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Xanten, Germany

Average rainfall days in December - Xanten, Germany
  • Average rainfall days in December: 17 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (13.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Xanten, Germany

Average snowfall in December - Xanten, Germany
  • Average snowfall in December: 25mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (35mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Xanten, Germany

Average snowfall days in December - Xanten, Germany
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Xanten, Germany

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Xanten, Germany
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Xanten, Germany

Average sunshine days in December - Xanten, Germany
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (14.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and December (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Xanten, Germany

Average UV index in December - Xanten, Germany
  • 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Xanten, Germany

Average cloud cover in December - Xanten, Germany
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).

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Average visibility in December
Xanten, Germany

Average visibility in December - Xanten, Germany
  • Average visibility in December: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is December (8km).

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