December weather forecastRiedseltz, France

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Riedseltz, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min 0.8°C (33.4°F) and max 5.5°C (41.9°F).

Temperature

With the arrival of December, Riedseltz experiences a modest decline in average high-temperatures, transitioning from a frosty 9°C (48.2°F) in November to a wintry 5.5°C (41.9°F). December nights reflect a consistent temperature dip to 0.8°C (33.4°F), a slight descent from daytime peaks.

Humidity

In Riedseltz, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Riedseltz, during December, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 45mm (1.77") of precipitation. In Riedseltz, France, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.1 days and collects up to 376mm (14.8") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Riedseltz is December, when snow falls for 4.5 days and typically aggregates up to 50mm (1.97") of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:01 and sunset at 16:33. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 08:22 and sunset at 16:40 CET.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine, are months with the least 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.

Frequently asked questions

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 5.5°C (41.9°F) and a low-temperature of 0.8°C (33.4°F).

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

In December, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 45mm (1.77") of precipitation is accumulated.

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 4.5 days and typically aggregates up to 50mm (1.97") of snow.

In December, it is snowing for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 50mm (1.97") of snow is accumulated.

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

In Riedseltz, France, the average day length in December is 8h and 19min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 08:01 and sunset at 16:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:22 and sunset at 16:40 CET.

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

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 Riedseltz, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Riedseltz, France

  • Average high temperature in December: 5.5°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (25.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 0.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-0.6°C).

Average pressure in December
Riedseltz, France

  • Average pressure in December: 1019.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1019.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1015.1mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Riedseltz, France

  • Average wind speed in December: 12.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (12.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.9km/h).

Average humidity in December
Riedseltz, France

  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Riedseltz, France

  • Average rainfall in December: 45mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (47mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (18mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Riedseltz, France

  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and September (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Riedseltz, France

  • Average snowfall in December: 50mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (50mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Riedseltz, France

  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 18min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 48min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Riedseltz, France

  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (13.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Riedseltz, France

  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Riedseltz, France

  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Riedseltz, France

  • Average visibility in December: 8km

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