December weather forecast
Strasbourg, France

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Traditional wooden houses in a village in Strasbourg, France
Traditional wooden houses in a village in Strasbourg, France

Weather in December

December marks the onset of winter in Strasbourg, with temperatures further plummeting and the environment becoming colder. The most notable weather pattern emerges with the return of snowfall, amounting to 40mm (1.57") across 4.4 snow days on average. As the daylight hours continue reducing, the holiday lights keep the city illuminated during the long, wintry nights. Despite the colder conditions and possible snowfall, Strasbourg turns into a winter wonderland, attracting visitors from around the globe for its famous Christmas Market.

Temperature

December is characterized by a slight reduction in average high-temperature, easing from a frosty 9.5°C (49.1°F) in November to an icy 5.5°C (41.9°F). In December, a low-temperature average of 0.8°C (33.4°F) is characteristic of Strasbourg, marking a minor shift from daytime temperatures.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout December, 50mm (1.97") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 162.7 rainfall days, and 492mm (19.37") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall in Strasbourg is December, when snow falls for 4.4 days and typically aggregates up to 40mm (1.57") of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Strasbourg is December, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:00 and sunset at 16:35. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 08:21 and sunset at 16:43 CET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Strasbourg is 4.6h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Strasbourg. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Strasbourg?

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

What are the most humid months in Strasbourg?

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 86%, are most humid months in Strasbourg.

What is the average humidity in December in Strasbourg?

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

How much does it rain in Strasbourg in December?

In December, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout December, 50mm (1.97") of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Strasbourg?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Strasbourg, France. Snow falls for 4.4 days and accumulates 40mm (1.57") of snow.

How much does it snow in Strasbourg in December?

In December, in Strasbourg, it is snowing for 4.4 days. Throughout December, 40mm (1.57") of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Strasbourg?

December has the shortest days of the year in Strasbourg, France, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Strasbourg have in December?

In Strasbourg, France, the average day length in December is 8h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Strasbourg?

On the first day of December in Strasbourg, France, sunrise is at 08:00 and sunset at 16:35. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:21 and sunset at 16:43 CET.

How many hours of sunshine does Strasbourg have in December?

In Strasbourg, France, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Strasbourg?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Strasbourg?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Strasbourg, France

Average temperature in December - Strasbourg, France
  • Average high temperature in December: 5.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (24.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 0.8°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).

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Average pressure in December
Strasbourg, France

Average pressure in December - Strasbourg, France
  • Average pressure in December: 1019.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1019.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1015.2mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Strasbourg, France

Average wind speed in December - Strasbourg, France
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (11km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.4km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Strasbourg, France

Average humidity in December - Strasbourg, France
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Strasbourg, France

Average rainfall in December - Strasbourg, France
  • Average rainfall in December: 50mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and July (56mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (26mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Strasbourg, France

Average rainfall days in December - Strasbourg, France
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (10.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Strasbourg, France

Average snowfall in December - Strasbourg, France
  • Average snowfall in December: 40mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (40mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Strasbourg, France

Average snowfall days in December - Strasbourg, France
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.4 days

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

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Strasbourg, France
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 2min

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Strasbourg, France

Average sunshine days in December - Strasbourg, France
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Strasbourg, France

Average UV index in December - Strasbourg, France
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Strasbourg, France

Average cloud cover in December - Strasbourg, France
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Strasbourg, France

Average visibility in December - Strasbourg, 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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