December weather forecast
Berlin, Germany

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The lit Brandenburg Gate in Berlin, Germany
The lit Brandenburg Gate in Berlin, Germany

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, painting Berlin in hues of classic winter white. With temperatures plunging to 0.3°C, it symbolizes the complete transition into the cold German winter.

Temperature

The arrival of December in Berlin is marked by a minor reduction in average high-temperature, sliding from a chilly 8.2°C in November to a cold 4.1°C. In Berlin, the nighttime temperature in December descends gently to an average of 0.3°C.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In Berlin, Germany, in December, during 11.9 rainfall days, 24mm of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Berlin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.3 days and collects up to 285mm of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Berlin, Germany, in December, during 6 snowfall days, 41mm of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Berlin, there are 27.7 snowfall days, and 122mm of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Berlin is December, with an average of 7h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:54 and sunset at 15:56. On the last day of December, in Berlin, sunrise is at 08:17 and sunset at 16:01 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. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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FAQ

How cold does it get in Berlin in December?

In Berlin, in December, the average high-temperature is 4.1°C, and the average low-temperature is 0.3°C.

What is the average humidity in December in Berlin?

In December, the average relative humidity in Berlin is 88%.

How much does it rain in Berlin in December?

In Berlin, Germany, in December, during 11.9 rainfall days, 24mm of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Berlin?

In December, in Berlin, it is snowing for 6 days. Throughout December, 41mm of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Berlin?

With an average of 7h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Berlin, Germany.

What is the average length of the day in December in Berlin?

The average day length in December in Berlin is 7h and 46min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Berlin?

On the first day of December in Berlin, Germany, sunrise is at 07:54 and sunset at 15:56. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:17 and sunset at 16:01 CET.

How long on average sun shines in December in Berlin?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Berlin?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Berlin?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Berlin is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Berlin, Germany

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).

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Average pressure in December
Berlin, Germany

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).

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Average wind speed in December
Berlin, Germany

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).

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Average humidity in December
Berlin, Germany

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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Berlin, Germany

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).

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Average rainfall days in December
Berlin, Germany

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).

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Average snowfall in December
Berlin, Germany

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).

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Average snowfall days in December
Berlin, Germany

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).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Berlin, Germany
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 5min

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 1min

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Berlin, Germany

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).

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Average UV index in December
Berlin, Germany

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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Berlin, Germany

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).

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Average visibility in December
Berlin, Germany

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).

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