December weather forecastArolsen, Germany

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Arolsen, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between -0.1°C (31.8°F) and 4°C (39.2°F).

Temperature

The beginning of December brings a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a chilly 7.5°C (45.5°F) in November to an icy 4°C (39.2°F). December's average low temperature is a freezing cold -0.1°C (31.8°F), displaying a subtle drop from its daily peak.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

Rainfall

In Arolsen, in December, it is raining for 15.2 days, with typically 43mm (1.69") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 176.4 rainfall days, and 463mm (18.23") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Arolsen, in December, snow falls for 7.9 days, with typically accumulated 59mm (2.32") of snow. Throughout the year, in Arolsen, Germany, there are 35.8 snowfall days, and 251mm (9.88") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 7h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Arolsen, Germany.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:07 and sunset at 16:18. On the last day of December, in Arolsen, sunrise is at 08:28 and sunset at 16:25 CET.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

December temperatures in Arolsen, Germany, vary between a high-temperature of 4°C (39.2°F) and a low-temperature of -0.1°C (31.8°F).

The months with the highest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

In Arolsen, the average relative humidity in December is 90%.

In Arolsen, Germany, during December, the rain falls for 15.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 43mm (1.69") of precipitation.

In Arolsen, Germany, during December, snow falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 59mm (2.32") of snow.

December has the shortest days of the year in Arolsen, with an average of 7h and 54min of daylight.

The average day length in December is 7h and 57min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:07 and sunset at 16:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:28 and sunset at 16:25 CET.

With an average of 3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Arolsen, Germany.

The average sunshine duration in December is 3h.

The months with the lowest UV index in Arolsen, Germany, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

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

  • Average high temperature in December: 4°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (23.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -0.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-2.1°C).

Average pressure in December
Arolsen, Germany

  • Average pressure in December: 1016.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1013.9mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Arolsen, Germany

  • Average wind speed in December: 12.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (12.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.4km/h).

Average humidity in December
Arolsen, Germany

  • Average humidity in December: 90%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Arolsen, Germany

  • Average rainfall in December: 43mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (51mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (23mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Arolsen, Germany

  • Average rainfall days in December: 15.2 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are June and July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Arolsen, Germany

  • Average snowfall in December: 59mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (79mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Arolsen, Germany

  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 54min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Arolsen, Germany

  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9 days).

Average UV index in December
Arolsen, 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, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Arolsen, Germany

  • Average cloud cover in December: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in December
Arolsen, Germany

  • Average visibility in December: 7km

The month with the highest visibility is August (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, October, November and December (7km).