December weather forecast
Esbjerg, Denmark

The city embraces winter in December with an average high temperature reading of 4.2°C (39.6°F). The cold, moist climate is accompanied by limited daylight hours and reduced sunshine, engraving the final touches of the year-end winter. Showers become frequent, contributing to the damp, chilly conditions. Interestingly, snow days record an uptick, signaling the onset of the peak winter. As the city decks up for Christmas and New Year, the spirit of festivity imbues warmth into the city's residents, countering the cold stroke of winter.

Temperature

With the onset of December, the average high-temperature in Esbjerg subtly recedes from November's chilly 7.6°C (45.7°F) to an icy 4.2°C (39.6°F). December nights anticipate an average temperature of 0.3°C (32.5°F), a modest decline from the daytime.

Rainfall

In Esbjerg, during December, the rain falls for 18 days and regularly aggregates up to 72mm (2.83") of precipitation. In Esbjerg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176 days and collects up to 759mm (29.88") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Esbjerg, Denmark. In Esbjerg, Denmark, during December, snow falls for 5.4 days. Throughout the year, in Esbjerg, there are 26.8 snowfall days.

Sea temperature

In December, the average sea temperature in Esbjerg is 6.6°C (43.9°F).
Note: It is life-risking to swim in 6.6°C (43.9°F). Briefly staying in 13°C (55.4°F) waters feels unsettling, and temperatures below 10°C (50°F) might result in cold shock and loss of breath control, hinging on personal endurance.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 7h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Esbjerg, sunrise is at 08:30 and sunset at 16:00. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:53 and sunset at 16:04 CET.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Esbjerg are January and December, with an average of 1h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Esbjerg are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 0. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 0 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.