December weather forecast
Aarhus, Denmark

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Weather in December

Aarhus experiences full-blown winter weather in December. The lower temperatures dip to 2.4°C, making warm clothing a necessity for all outdoor activities. The city witnesses 22mm of snowfall. The skies are covered with clouds most of the time, reducing both daylight hours and visibility. Despite the cold breeze and the snow-covered streets, the city is enveloped in a festive aura, marking the end of the year.

Temperature

Aarhus, Denmark, notes an average high-temperature of an icy 4.8°C in December, displaying minor variation from November. Aarhus's nighttime temperature in December shows a minor descent, with a steady average of 2.4°C.

Humidity

The most humid month in Aarhus is December, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

Rainfall

In Aarhus, in December, it is raining for 11.7 days, with typically 23mm of accumulated precipitation. In Aarhus, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.6 days and collects up to 304mm of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Aarhus. In Aarhus, in December, snow falls for 4.8 days, with typically accumulated 22mm of snow. In Aarhus, during the entire year, snow falls for 26.7 days and aggregates up to 112mm of snow.

Sea temperature

In December, the average sea temperature is 5.8°C.
Note: Diving into 5.8°C is practical below 10°C, given you're wearing protective swim gear; without it, expect a quick onset of cold shock and a struggle to breathe. Merely touching waters at 13°C feels ice-cold.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 7h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Aarhus, sunrise is at 08:26 and sunset at 15:49. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:51 and sunset at 15:52 CET.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Aarhus is 3.6h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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FAQ

How cold is it in Aarhus in December?

Aarhus in December has an average high-temperature of 4.8°C and an average low-temperature of 2.4°C.

What is the most humid month in Aarhus?

The most humid month in Aarhus is December, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

What is the average humidity in December in Aarhus?

In Aarhus, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December in Aarhus?

In December, in Aarhus, the rain falls for 11.7 days. Throughout December, 23mm of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Aarhus?

In December, in Aarhus, Denmark, it is snowing for 4.8 days. Throughout December, 22mm of snow is accumulated.

What is the sea water temperature in December in Aarhus?

In Aarhus, Denmark, in December, the average water temperature is 5.8°C. At temperatures below 10°C, swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C is not comfortable.

What is the month with the shortest days in Aarhus?

With an average of 7h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Aarhus.

How many hours of daylight does Aarhus have in December?

The average day length in December in Aarhus, Denmark, is 7h and 2min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Aarhus?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:26 and sunset at 15:49. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:51 and sunset at 15:52 CET.

How long on average sun shines in December in Aarhus?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Aarhus, Denmark, is 3.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Aarhus?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Aarhus is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Aarhus, Denmark

Average temperature in December - Aarhus, Denmark
  • Average high temperature in December: 4.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (20.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 2.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (0.3°C).

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Average pressure in December
Aarhus, Denmark

Average pressure in December - Aarhus, Denmark
  • Average pressure in December: 1010.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1010.2mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Aarhus, Denmark

Average wind speed in December - Aarhus, Denmark
  • Average wind speed in December: 20.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (20.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (15.2km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Aarhus, Denmark

Average humidity in December - Aarhus, Denmark
  • 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 May (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Aarhus, Denmark

Average rainfall in December - Aarhus, Denmark
  • Average rainfall in December: 23mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (43mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (16mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Aarhus, Denmark

Average rainfall days in December - Aarhus, Denmark
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Aarhus, Denmark

Average snowfall in December - Aarhus, Denmark
  • Average snowfall in December: 22mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (32mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Aarhus, Denmark

Average snowfall days in December - Aarhus, Denmark
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.8 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (8.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Aarhus, Denmark

Average sea temperature in December - Aarhus, Denmark
  • Average sea temperature in December: 5.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (18.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (3°C).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Aarhus, Denmark

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Aarhus, Denmark
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Aarhus, Denmark

Average sunshine days in December - Aarhus, Denmark
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Aarhus, Denmark

Average UV index in December - Aarhus, Denmark
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Aarhus, Denmark

Average cloud cover in December - Aarhus, Denmark
  • Average cloud cover in December: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 40).

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Average visibility in December
Aarhus, Denmark

Average visibility in December - Aarhus, Denmark
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, October, November and December (9km).

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