December weather forecastBerlin, Germany
December
Weather in December
As the last month of the year, December in Berlin falls in the winter season. Snowfall becomes a regular occurrence, decorating the city streets and parks. The holiday season's spirit, combined with the city lights, add magic to the winter wonderland. Significant snowfall returns with an average of 41mm (1.61"), painting Berlin in hues of classic winter white. With temperatures plunging to 0.3°C (32.5°F), it symbolizes the complete transition into the cold German winter.Temperature
Transition into December in Berlin subtly marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moderately moving from a frosty 8.2°C (46.8°F) in November to an icy 4.1°C (39.4°F). December nights in Berlin, Germany, cool to an average low-temperature of 0.3°C (32.5°F), a marginal decrease from its daytime equivalent.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity in Berlin is 88%.Rainfall
In Berlin, in December, it is raining for 11.9 days, with typically 24mm (0.94") of accumulated precipitation. In Berlin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.3 days and collects up to 285mm (11.22") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Berlin, Germany, during December, snow falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 41mm (1.61") of snow. Throughout the year, in Berlin, there are 27.7 snowfall days, and 122mm (4.8") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 7h and 48min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:55 and sunset at 15:56. On the last day of December, in Berlin, sunrise is at 08:17 and sunset at 16:02 CET.
Sunshine
In Berlin, the average sunshine in December is 3.2h.UV index
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Berlin. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Berlin, Germany
- Average high temperature in December: 4.1°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (24.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.2°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 0.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-1.9°C).
Average pressure in December
Berlin, Germany
- Average pressure in December: 1015.3mbar
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are September and October (1017mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1013.8mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Berlin, Germany
- Average wind speed in December: 14.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (14.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.9km/h).
Average humidity in December
Berlin, Germany
- Average humidity in December: 88%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (65%).
Average rainfall in December
Berlin, Germany
- Average rainfall in December: 24mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (43mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (11mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Berlin, Germany
- Average rainfall days in December: 11.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Berlin, Germany
- Average snowfall in December: 41mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (44mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Berlin, Germany
- Average snowfall days in December: 6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 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
Berlin, Germany
- Average daylight in December: 7h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in December: 3h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Berlin, Germany
- Average sunshine days in December: 11.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (11.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Berlin, Germany
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Berlin, Germany
- Average cloud cover in December: 69
The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in December
Berlin, Germany
- Average visibility in December: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are June and August (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (7km).
