December weather forecastAchterhoek, Germany

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Achterhoek, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between max 5.9°C (42.6°F) and min 2.4°C (36.3°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature shows a slight dip in December, from November's frosty 9.3°C (48.7°F) to a wintry 5.9°C (42.6°F). Nights in December cool down in Achterhoek, indicating a minor disparity from daytime highs with an average low-temperature of 2.4°C (36.3°F).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 88%, December is the most humid month in Achterhoek.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 14.6 days. Throughout December, 45mm (1.77") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Achterhoek, Germany, there are 176.9 rainfall days, and 457mm (17.99") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Achterhoek, in December, snow falls for 3.2 days, with typically accumulated 18mm (0.71") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 12.3 snowfall days, and 82mm (3.23") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 7h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:18 and sunset at 16:28. On the last day of December, in Achterhoek, Germany, sunrise is at 08:40 and sunset at 16:35 CET.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 3.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Achterhoek are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

In Achterhoek, in December, the average high-temperature is 5.9°C (42.6°F), and the average low-temperature is 2.4°C (36.3°F).

December is the most humid month in Achterhoek, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

In Achterhoek, Germany, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

In Achterhoek, Germany, in December, it is raining for 14.6 days, with typically 45mm (1.77") of accumulated precipitation.

In Achterhoek, Germany, in December, during 3.2 snowfall days, 18mm (0.71") of snow is typically accumulated.

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 7h and 54min of daylight.

The average day length in December is 7h and 55min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 08:18 and sunset at 16:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:40 and sunset at 16:35 CET.

The month with the least sunshine in Achterhoek, Germany, is December, with an average of 3.6h of sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in December in Achterhoek, Germany, is 3.6h.

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

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Achterhoek, Germany

  • Average high temperature in December: 5.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (23°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 2.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.1°C).

Average pressure in December
Achterhoek, Germany

  • Average pressure in December: 1015.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.5mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Achterhoek, Germany

  • Average wind speed in December: 17.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (17.6km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (11.5km/h).

Average humidity in December
Achterhoek, Germany

  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Achterhoek, Germany

  • Average rainfall in December: 45mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (50mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (24mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Achterhoek, Germany

  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (12.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Achterhoek, Germany

  • Average snowfall in December: 18mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (31mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Achterhoek, Germany

  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Achterhoek, Germany

  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 54min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 36min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Achterhoek, Germany

  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Achterhoek, Germany

  • 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
Achterhoek, Germany

  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in December
Achterhoek, Germany

  • Average visibility in December: 9km

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