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 (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

How cold is it in Berlin in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Berlin, Germany, are 4.1°C (39.4°F) and 0.3°C (32.5°F) respectively.

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 December, in Berlin, Germany, the rain falls for 11.9 days. Throughout December, 24mm (0.94") of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Berlin?

In Berlin, in December, during 6 snowfall days, 41mm (1.61") of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Berlin?

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

How many hours of daylight does Berlin have in December?

In Berlin, the average day length in December is 7h and 46min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Berlin?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:55 and sunset at 15:56. On the last day of the month, in Berlin, sunrise is at 08:17 and sunset at 16:02 CET.

How long on average sun shines in December in Berlin?

In Berlin, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Berlin?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Berlin?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Berlin is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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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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