December weather forecast
Charleroi, Belgium

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Weather in December

Concluding the year, December in Charleroi ushers in the full-scale arrival of winter months. With temperatures witnessed at a low of 1.9°C (35.4°F) to a high of 5.8°C (42.4°F), December becomes the coldest month of the year. Giving an emphasis to winter's arrival is the increased snowfall up to 38mm (1.5"). Despite the reduction in daylight hours, December shivers with the anticipation of another cycle of changing weather patterns in the year to follow.

Temperature

The average high-temperature in Charleroi slightly decreases in December, shifting from a chilly 9.2°C (48.6°F) in November to a wintry 5.8°C (42.4°F). December's average low-temperature is a still cold 1.9°C (35.4°F), reflecting a minor difference from the day's peak temperatures.

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Charleroi, Belgium, is December, when the rain falls for 15.1 days and typically aggregates up to 60mm (2.36") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, October through December. In Charleroi, during December, snow falls for 3.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 38mm (1.5") of snow. In Charleroi, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.2 days and aggregates up to 154mm (6.06") of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:21 and sunset at 16:41. On the last day of December, in Charleroi, sunrise is at 08:42 and sunset at 16:48 CET.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Charleroi, Belgium.

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 low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Charleroi in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Charleroi, is 5.8°C (42.4°F), while the average low-temperature is 1.9°C (35.4°F).

What is the most humid month in Charleroi?

The most humid month in Charleroi, Belgium, is December, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

What is the average humidity in December in Charleroi?

In Charleroi, the average relative humidity in December is 89%.

What is the wettest month in Charleroi?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Charleroi, Belgium. Rain falls for 15.1 days and accumulates 60mm (2.36") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Charleroi in December?

In Charleroi, Belgium, in December, during 15.1 rainfall days, 60mm (2.36") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Charleroi in December?

In Charleroi, in December, during 3.4 snowfall days, 38mm (1.5") of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Charleroi?

The month with the shortest days in Charleroi, Belgium, is December, with an average of 8h and 6min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in Charleroi, Belgium, is 8h and 6min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Charleroi?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:21 and sunset at 16:41. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:42 and sunset at 16:48 CET.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Charleroi?

The months with the least sunshine in Charleroi, Belgium, are January and December, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Charleroi have in December?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Charleroi?

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 reading in December in Charleroi?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Charleroi, Belgium, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Charleroi, Belgium

Average temperature in December - Charleroi, Belgium
  • Average high temperature in December: 5.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (22.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 1.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.6°C).

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Average pressure in December
Charleroi, Belgium

Average pressure in December - Charleroi, Belgium
  • Average pressure in December: 1016.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.8mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Charleroi, Belgium

Average wind speed in December - Charleroi, Belgium
  • Average wind speed in December: 18.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (18.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.6km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Charleroi, Belgium

Average humidity in December - Charleroi, Belgium
  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Charleroi, Belgium

Average rainfall in December - Charleroi, Belgium
  • Average rainfall in December: 60mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (60mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (28mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Charleroi, Belgium

Average rainfall days in December - Charleroi, Belgium
  • Average rainfall days in December: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Charleroi, Belgium

Average snowfall in December - Charleroi, Belgium
  • Average snowfall in December: 38mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (47mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Charleroi, Belgium

Average snowfall days in December - Charleroi, Belgium
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Charleroi, Belgium
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 8h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Charleroi, Belgium

Average sunshine days in December - Charleroi, Belgium
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are March and September (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Charleroi, Belgium

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (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
Charleroi, Belgium

Average cloud cover in December - Charleroi, Belgium
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and August (Cloud cover 44).

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Average visibility in December
Charleroi, Belgium

Average visibility in December - Charleroi, Belgium
  • Average visibility in December: 8km

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

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