December weather forecast
Altkalen, Germany

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Altkalen, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 0.5°C (32.9°F) and an average high of 4.1°C (39.4°F).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature marginally drops from a frosty 8.1°C (46.6°F) in November to a cold 4.1°C (39.4°F). Altkalen experiences a minimal drop from daytime high temperatures, recording an average low-temperature of 0.5°C (32.9°F) throughout December.

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

Rainfall

In Altkalen, in December, it is raining for 13.9 days, with typically 33mm (1.3") of accumulated precipitation. In Altkalen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165.6 days and collects up to 405mm (15.94") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 43mm (1.69") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 25 snowfall days, and 164mm (6.46") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 7h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 08:04 and sunset at 15:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:27 and sunset at 15:57 CET.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 2.9h of sunshine.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?
In December, in Altkalen, the average high-temperature is 4.1°C (39.4°F), and the average low-temperature is 0.5°C (32.9°F).
What is the most humid month?
The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 89%.
What is the average humidity in December?
The average relative humidity in December is 89%.
How much does it rain in December?
In December, the rain falls for 13.9 days. Throughout December, 33mm (1.3") of precipitation is accumulated.
How many days does it snow in December?
In Altkalen, in December, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 43mm (1.69") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days?
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 7h and 30min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December?
The average day length in December is 7h and 30min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:04 and sunset at 15:51. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:27 and sunset at 15:57 CET.
What is the month with the least sunshine?
With an average of 2.9h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.
How many hours of sunshine does Altkalen have in December?
The average sunshine duration in December is 2.9h.
What is the UV index intensity in December?
The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in December - Altkalen, Germany
Average temperature in December
Altkalen, Germany
  • Average high temperature in December: 4.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (23.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 0.5°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 (-1.1°C).

Average pressure in December - Altkalen, Germany
Average pressure in December
Altkalen, Germany
  • Average pressure in December: 1013.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1016.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.5mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Altkalen, Germany
Average wind speed in December
Altkalen, Germany
  • Average wind speed in December: 18.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (18.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (12.6km/h).

Average humidity in December - Altkalen, Germany
Average humidity in December
Altkalen, Germany
  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (73%).

Average rainfall in December - Altkalen, Germany
Average rainfall in December
Altkalen, Germany
  • Average rainfall in December: 33mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (51mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (18mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Altkalen, Germany
Average rainfall days in December
Altkalen, Germany
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December - Altkalen, Germany
Average snowfall in December
Altkalen, Germany
  • Average snowfall in December: 43mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (48mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Altkalen, Germany
Average snowfall days in December
Altkalen, Germany
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.7 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 - Altkalen, Germany
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Altkalen, Germany
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December - Altkalen, Germany
Average sunshine days in December
Altkalen, Germany
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.2 days).

Average UV index in December - Altkalen, Germany
Average UV index in December
Altkalen, 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 and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December - Altkalen, Germany
Average cloud cover in December
Altkalen, Germany
  • Average cloud cover in December: 72

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in December - Altkalen, Germany
Average visibility in December
Altkalen, Germany
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

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

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