December weather forecast
Merkelbeek, Netherlands

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Merkelbeek, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 6.3°C (43.3°F) and an average low of 2.2°C (36°F).

Temperature

The onset of December results in a small decrease in the average high-temperature, moderately receding from 9.6°C (49.3°F) in November to a still chilly 6.3°C (43.3°F). Merkelbeek maintains an average low-temperature of 2.2°C (36°F) throughout December's nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Merkelbeek, during December, the rain falls for 13.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 42mm (1.65") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Merkelbeek, there are 167.5 rainfall days, and 419mm (16.5") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Merkelbeek. In Merkelbeek, in December, during 2.9 snowfall days, 33mm (1.3") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Merkelbeek, there are 13.4 snowfall days, and 113mm (4.45") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:17 and sunset at 16:33. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 08:39 and sunset at 16:39 CET.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Merkelbeek?

During December, Merkelbeek experiences an average high-temperature of 6.3°C (43.3°F) and a low-temperature of 2.2°C (36°F).

What is the most humid month in Merkelbeek?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Merkelbeek?

In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.

How much does it rain in Merkelbeek in December?

In December, in Merkelbeek, the rain falls for 13.9 days. Throughout December, 42mm (1.65") of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Merkelbeek in December?

In Merkelbeek, Netherlands, in December, snow falls for 2.9 days, with typically accumulated 33mm (1.3") of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Merkelbeek?

December has the shortest days of the year in Merkelbeek, with an average of 8h and 0min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in Merkelbeek is 8h and 1min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Merkelbeek?

On the first day of December in Merkelbeek, sunrise is at 08:17 and sunset at 16:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:39 and sunset at 16:39 CET.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Merkelbeek?

With an average of 3.7h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Merkelbeek have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Merkelbeek is 3.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Merkelbeek?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Merkelbeek?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Merkelbeek is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Merkelbeek, Netherlands

Average temperature in December - Merkelbeek, Netherlands
  • Average high temperature in December: 6.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (23.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 2.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.9°C).

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Average pressure in December
Merkelbeek, Netherlands

Average pressure in December - Merkelbeek, Netherlands
  • Average pressure in December: 1016.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1013mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Merkelbeek, Netherlands

Average wind speed in December - Merkelbeek, Netherlands
  • Average wind speed in December: 17.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (17.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.3km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Merkelbeek, Netherlands

Average humidity in December - Merkelbeek, Netherlands
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Merkelbeek, Netherlands

Average rainfall in December - Merkelbeek, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall in December: 42mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (45mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (20mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Merkelbeek, Netherlands

Average rainfall days in December - Merkelbeek, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (11.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Merkelbeek, Netherlands

Average snowfall in December - Merkelbeek, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall in December: 33mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (40mm).
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
Merkelbeek, Netherlands

Average snowfall days in December - Merkelbeek, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.2 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
Merkelbeek, Netherlands

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Merkelbeek, Netherlands
  • 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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Merkelbeek, Netherlands

Average sunshine days in December - Merkelbeek, Netherlands
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Merkelbeek, Netherlands

Average UV index in December - Merkelbeek, Netherlands
  • 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
Merkelbeek, Netherlands

Average cloud cover in December - Merkelbeek, Netherlands
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).

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Average visibility in December
Merkelbeek, Netherlands

Average visibility in December - Merkelbeek, Netherlands
  • 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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