December weather forecast
Rethel, France

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Rethel, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between max 6.3°C (43.3°F) and min 2°C (35.6°F).

Temperature

As November transitions into December, Rethel sees a gentle drop in the average high-temperature, transitioning from 9.5°C (49.1°F) to a still chilly 6.3°C (43.3°F). Rethel reports an average low temperature of 2°C (35.6°F) in December, a minor decrease from the day's highs.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in Rethel. 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 Rethel. In Rethel, in December, snow falls for 2.2 days, with typically accumulated 13mm (0.51") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 9.4 snowfall days, and 51mm (2.01") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Rethel, sunrise is at 08:17 and sunset at 16:45. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:38 and sunset at 16:52 CET.

Sunshine

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

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 minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Rethel?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Rethel, France, during December are 6.3°C (43.3°F) and 2°C (35.6°F) respectively.
What is the most humid month in Rethel?
December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 89%.
What is the average humidity in December in Rethel?
In Rethel, the average relative humidity in December is 89%.
What is the wettest month in Rethel?
December is the month with the most rainfall in Rethel, France. Rain falls for 14.2 days and accumulates 39mm (1.54") of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in December in Rethel?
In December, in Rethel, the rain falls for 14.2 days. Throughout December, 39mm (1.54") of precipitation is accumulated.
How much does it snow in Rethel in December?
In Rethel, France, in December, snow falls for 2.2 days, with typically accumulated 13mm (0.51") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days in Rethel?
The month with the shortest days in Rethel is December, with an average of 8h and 12min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December in Rethel?
In December, the average day length in Rethel, France, is 8h and 14min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Rethel?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:17 and sunset at 16:45. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:38 and sunset at 16:52 CET.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Rethel?
The months with the least sunshine in Rethel are January and December, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in December in Rethel?
In December, the average sunshine duration in Rethel is 3.8h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Rethel?
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.
What is the UV index reading in December in Rethel?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Rethel, France, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Rethel, 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
Rethel, 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
Rethel, 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
Rethel, 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
Rethel, 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
Rethel, 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
Rethel, 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
Rethel, 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
Rethel, France
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 1min

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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

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
Rethel, 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
Rethel, 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
Rethel, 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
Rethel, 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).

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