December weather forecastCharleroi, Belgium
December
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
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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).
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).
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).
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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Charleroi, Belgium
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 6min
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 30min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
