December weather forecastAlken, Germany
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Alken, Germany, with an average temperature ranging between min 0.2°C (32.4°F) and max 4.9°C (40.8°F).Temperature
A subtle shift in Alken's weather is observed as November turns into December, with the average high temperature reducing from a chilly 8.2°C (46.8°F) to a cold 4.9°C (40.8°F). Alken registers a steady nighttime temperature averaging a still wintry 0.2°C (32.4°F) throughout December.Humidity
The months with the highest humidity in Alken are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 90%.Rainfall
In Alken, in December, during 12.8 rainfall days, 21mm (0.83") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Alken, Germany, during the entire year, the rain falls for 136.4 days and collects up to 244mm (9.61") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 14mm (0.55") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Alken, Germany, there are 19.6 snowfall days, and 64mm (2.52") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 6min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:08 and sunset at 16:30. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 08:29 and sunset at 16:37 CET.
Sunshine
With an average of 3.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Alken, Germany.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 minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Alken, Germany
- Average high temperature in December: 4.9°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (24°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (3.3°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 0.2°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-1.3°C).
Average pressure in December
Alken, Germany
- Average pressure in December: 1017.7mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1014.1mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Alken, Germany
- Average wind speed in December: 10.9km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (11.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.1km/h).
Average humidity in December
Alken, Germany
- Average humidity in December: 90%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (73%).
Average rainfall in December
Alken, Germany
- Average rainfall in December: 21mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (33mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (15mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Alken, Germany
- Average rainfall days in December: 12.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Alken, Germany
- Average snowfall in December: 14mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (24mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Alken, Germany
- Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 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
Alken, Germany
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in December: 3h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Alken, Germany
- Average sunshine days in December: 12.4 days
The months with the most sunshine days are April, September and October (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (12.4 days).
Average UV index in December
Alken, 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
Alken, Germany
- Average cloud cover in December: 67
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).
Average visibility in December
Alken, Germany
- Average visibility in December: 7km
The months with the highest visibility are April and August (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, October, November and December (7km).
