December weather forecastAltenberg, Germany

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Altenberg, Germany, with an average temperature varying between -1.7°C (28.9°F) and 2.7°C (36.9°F).

Temperature

December's arrival subtly correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from a frosty 7.4°C (45.3°F) in November to a wintry 2.7°C (36.9°F). In Altenberg, December nights maintain a consistent temperature, with an average low of -1.7°C (28.9°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In Altenberg, Germany, during December, the rain falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 43mm (1.69") of precipitation. In Altenberg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.7 days and collects up to 494mm (19.45") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 13.3 days and typically aggregates up to 195mm (7.68") of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:45 and sunset at 16:02. On the last day of December, in Altenberg, sunrise is at 08:06 and sunset at 16:09 CET.

Sunshine

In Altenberg, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Altenberg, Germany, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

Altenberg in December has an average high-temperature of 2.7°C (36.9°F) and an average low-temperature of -1.7°C (28.9°F).

In December, the average relative humidity in Altenberg, Germany, is 87%.

In Altenberg, during December, the rain falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 43mm (1.69") of precipitation.

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 13.3 days and typically aggregates up to 195mm (7.68") of snow.

In December, in Altenberg, it is snowing for 13.3 days. Throughout December, 195mm (7.68") of snow is accumulated.

The month with the shortest days in Altenberg, Germany, is December, with an average of 8h and 0min of daylight.

The average day length in December in Altenberg, Germany, is 8h and 3min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:45 and sunset at 16:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:06 and sunset at 16:09 CET.

In December, the average sunshine duration in Altenberg, Germany, is 4.1h.

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Altenberg is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Altenberg, Germany

  • Average high temperature in December: 2.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (23.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (0.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -1.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-3.8°C).

Average pressure in December
Altenberg, Germany

  • Average pressure in December: 1017.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is October (1018mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.9mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Altenberg, Germany

  • Average wind speed in December: 13.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (13.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.8km/h).

Average humidity in December
Altenberg, Germany

  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Altenberg, Germany

  • Average rainfall in December: 43mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (71mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (22mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Altenberg, Germany

  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Altenberg, Germany

  • Average snowfall in December: 195mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (195mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Altenberg, Germany

  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 0min

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 6min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Altenberg, Germany

  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Altenberg, Germany

  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Altenberg, Germany

  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Altenberg, Germany

  • Average visibility in December: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (7km).