December weather forecast
Riquewihr, France

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Riquewihr, France, with an average temperature fluctuating between 0.2°C (32.4°F) and 5.4°C (41.7°F).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a light shift in temperature, down from a frosty 9.1°C (48.4°F) in November to a cold 5.4°C (41.7°F). Riquewihr, during the month of December, experiences an average low-temperature of 0.2°C (32.4°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Riquewihr is 84%.

Rainfall

In Riquewihr, France, in December, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 41mm (1.61") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 159.7 rainfall days, and 402mm (15.83") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, October through December. In Riquewihr, in December, during 4.3 snowfall days, 33mm (1.3") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Riquewihr, there are 20.1 snowfall days, and 135mm (5.31") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Riquewihr.
On the first day of December in Riquewihr, sunrise is at 08:00 and sunset at 16:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:21 and sunset at 16:46 CET.

Sunshine

With an average of 5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Riquewihr.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Riquewihr?
December temperatures in Riquewihr, France, vary between a high-temperature of 5.4°C (41.7°F) and a low-temperature of 0.2°C (32.4°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Riquewihr?
The average relative humidity in December is 84%.
How many days does it rain in December in Riquewihr?
In Riquewihr, France, during December, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 41mm (1.61") of precipitation.
How many days does it snow in December in Riquewihr?
In Riquewihr, France, in December, during 4.3 snowfall days, 33mm (1.3") of snow is typically accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days in Riquewihr?
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December in Riquewihr?
The average day length in December is 8h and 26min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Riquewihr?
On the first day of December in Riquewihr, France, sunrise is at 08:00 and sunset at 16:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:21 and sunset at 16:46 CET.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Riquewihr?
December has the least sunshine of the year in Riquewihr, France, with an average of 5h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in December in Riquewihr?
In Riquewihr, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.
When is the lowest UV index in Riquewihr?
The months with the lowest UV index in Riquewihr are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.
How high is the UV index in December in Riquewihr?
The average daily maximum UV index in December in Riquewihr is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Riquewihr, France
Average temperature in December
Riquewihr, France
  • Average high temperature in December: 5.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (24.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (3.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 0.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.1°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (-1.3°C).

Average pressure in December - Riquewihr, France
Average pressure in December
Riquewihr, France
  • Average pressure in December: 1020.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1020.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1015.5mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Riquewihr, France
Average wind speed in December
Riquewihr, France
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.7km/h).

Average humidity in December - Riquewihr, France
Average humidity in December
Riquewihr, France
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (76%).

Average rainfall in December - Riquewihr, France
Average rainfall in December
Riquewihr, France
  • Average rainfall in December: 41mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (49mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (20mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Riquewihr, France
Average rainfall days in December
Riquewihr, France
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.4 days).

Average snowfall in December - Riquewihr, France
Average snowfall in December
Riquewihr, France
  • Average snowfall in December: 33mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (38mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Riquewihr, France
Average snowfall days in December
Riquewihr, France
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.4 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 - Riquewihr, France
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Riquewihr, France
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December - Riquewihr, France
Average sunshine days in December
Riquewihr, France
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December - Riquewihr, France
Average UV index in December
Riquewihr, 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 - Riquewihr, France
Average cloud cover in December
Riquewihr, France
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December - Riquewihr, France
Average visibility in December
Riquewihr, 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).

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