December weather forecast
Leuven, Belgium

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Weather in December

December ushers in the full vigor of winter in Leuven. Being the coldest month, the temperature variation begins from a chilly 2.4°C (36.3°F) rising to only 6.3°C (43.3°F). Conferring the most rain, December records rainfall of 57mm (2.24") over approximately 18.5 days. It's also marked by return of the snowfall, clocking in at around 22mm (0.87") during 2.6 snow-filled days. Coupled with longer nights and limited daylight, the climatic extremities make December a truly wintry month.

Temperature

Leuven's weather subtly changes with the onset of December, barely falling from 9.6°C (49.3°F) in November to a still frosty 6.3°C (43.3°F). December in Leuven sees a slight dip to an average low temperature of 2.4°C (36.3°F) from the daytime highs.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 18.5 days and typically aggregates up to 57mm (2.24") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In December, in Leuven, it is snowing for 2.6 days. Throughout December, 22mm (0.87") of snow is accumulated. In Leuven, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.4 days and aggregates up to 108mm (4.25") of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 08:22 and sunset at 16:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:43 and sunset at 16:45 CET.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Leuven.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Leuven, Belgium. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Leuven in December?

In Leuven, 6.3°C (43.3°F) is the average high-temperature and 2.4°C (36.3°F) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the most humid month in Leuven?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Leuven?

In Leuven, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

What is the rainiest month in Leuven?

The month with the most rainfall in Leuven, Belgium, is December, when the rain falls for 18.5 days and typically aggregates up to 57mm (2.24") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Leuven in December?

In Leuven, Belgium, during December, the rain falls for 18.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 57mm (2.24") of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Leuven?

In Leuven, in December, snow falls for 2.6 days, with typically accumulated 22mm (0.87") of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Leuven?

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

How many hours of daylight does Leuven have in December?

In December, the average day length in Leuven is 8h and 2min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Leuven?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 08:22 and sunset at 16:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:43 and sunset at 16:45 CET.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Leuven?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Leuven, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Leuven have in December?

In Leuven, Belgium, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.8h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Leuven?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Leuven, Belgium, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Leuven, Belgium

Average temperature in December - Leuven, Belgium
  • Average high temperature in December: 6.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (23.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 2.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1°C).

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Average pressure in December
Leuven, Belgium

Average pressure in December - Leuven, Belgium
  • Average pressure in December: 1016.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Leuven, Belgium

Average wind speed in December - Leuven, Belgium
  • Average wind speed in December: 18.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (18.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.7km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Leuven, Belgium

Average humidity in December - Leuven, Belgium
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Leuven, Belgium

Average rainfall in December - Leuven, Belgium
  • Average rainfall in December: 57mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (57mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (16mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Leuven, Belgium

Average rainfall days in December - Leuven, Belgium
  • Average rainfall days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (8.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Leuven, Belgium

Average snowfall in December - Leuven, Belgium
  • Average snowfall in December: 22mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (41mm).
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
Leuven, Belgium

Average snowfall days in December - Leuven, Belgium
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5 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
Leuven, Belgium

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

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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

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 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Leuven, Belgium

Average sunshine days in December - Leuven, Belgium
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Leuven, Belgium

Average UV index in December - Leuven, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Leuven, Belgium

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

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and August (Cloud cover 41).

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Average visibility in December
Leuven, Belgium

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

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

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