December weather forecastDontrien, France

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Dontrien, France, with an average temperature fluctuating between 2°C (35.6°F) and 6.3°C (43.3°F).

Temperature

The onset of December results in a small decrease in the average high-temperature, moderately receding from a chilly 9.5°C (49.1°F) in November to a still frosty 6.3°C (43.3°F). During December's nights, Dontrien notes a minor temperature decline, reaching an average of 2°C (35.6°F).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 89%, December is the most humid month in Dontrien, France.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in Dontrien. Rain falls for 14.2 days and accumulates 39mm (1.54") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Dontrien, France, in December, snow falls for 2.2 days, with typically accumulated 13mm (0.51") of snow. Throughout the year, in Dontrien, there are 9.4 snowfall days, and 51mm (2.01") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Dontrien, France, with an average of 8h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Dontrien, sunrise is at 08:16 and sunset at 16:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:37 and sunset at 16:53 CET.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Dontrien, France, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

In Dontrien, in December, the average high-temperature is 6.3°C (43.3°F), and the average low-temperature is 2°C (35.6°F).

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

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

The month with the most rainfall in Dontrien, France, is December, when the rain falls for 14.2 days and typically aggregates up to 39mm (1.54") of precipitation.

In Dontrien, France, in December, it is raining for 14.2 days, with typically 39mm (1.54") of accumulated precipitation.

In Dontrien, France, in December, during 2.2 snowfall days, 13mm (0.51") of snow is typically accumulated.

The month with the shortest days in Dontrien, France, is December, with an average of 8h and 18min of daylight.

In Dontrien, the average day length in December is 8h and 17min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:16 and sunset at 16:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:37 and sunset at 16:53 CET.

January and December, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Dontrien, France.

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.8h.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Dontrien is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Dontrien, France

  • Average high temperature in December: 6.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (24°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.7°C).

Average pressure in December
Dontrien, France

  • Average pressure in December: 1018.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1018.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1013.5mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Dontrien, France

  • Average wind speed in December: 14.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (15.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.6km/h).

Average humidity in December
Dontrien, France

  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Dontrien, France

  • Average rainfall in December: 39mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (39mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (16mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Dontrien, France

  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dontrien, France

  • Average snowfall in December: 13mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (16mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Dontrien, France

  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Dontrien, France

  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 18min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dontrien, France

  • Average sunshine days in December: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Dontrien, France

  • 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Dontrien, France

  • 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 August and September (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
Dontrien, France

  • Average visibility in December: 8km

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