December weather forecastChemnitz, Germany
December
Weather in December
December brings in the full force of the winter season to Chemnitz. With the drastic drop in temperature and the significant amount of snow, December truly signals the real winter of the region. Snowfall almost doubles to 99mm (3.9"), turning the city into a winter wonderland. As the year ends, the residents wrap themselves in warm clothes and enjoy the snowy outdoor attractions that this German city has to offer.Temperature
During the shift to December in Chemnitz, a minor reduction in average high-temperature is observed, shifting from a frosty 7.5°C (45.5°F) in November to a cold 3°C (37.4°F). Chemnitz encounters a small divergence from daytime high temperatures, averaging a low-temperature of -1.2°C (29.8°F) during December nights.Humidity
In Chemnitz, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.Rainfall
In Chemnitz, in December, during 11.9 rainfall days, 42mm (1.65") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Chemnitz, there are 160.3 rainfall days, and 507mm (19.96") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Chemnitz. In December, it is snowing for 8.4 days. Throughout December, 99mm (3.9") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Chemnitz, there are 45.5 snowfall days, and 443mm (17.44") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 8h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Chemnitz.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:49 and sunset at 16:05. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 08:10 and sunset at 16:12 CET.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December in Chemnitz is 3.7h.UV index
January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests this advice:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Chemnitz, Germany
- Average high temperature in December: 3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (22.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (1.2°C).
- Average low temperature in December: -1.2°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-3.6°C).
Average pressure in December
Chemnitz, Germany
- Average pressure in December: 1017.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is October (1017.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1014.9mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Chemnitz, Germany
- Average wind speed in December: 15.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (15.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10km/h).
Average humidity in December
Chemnitz, Germany
- Average humidity in December: 87%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (73%).
Average rainfall in December
Chemnitz, Germany
- Average rainfall in December: 42mm
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (61mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (22mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Chemnitz, Germany
- Average rainfall days in December: 11.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.9 days).
Average snowfall in December
Chemnitz, Germany
- Average snowfall in December: 99mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (128mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Chemnitz, Germany
- Average snowfall days in December: 8.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Chemnitz, Germany
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in December: 3h and 42min
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 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
Chemnitz, Germany
- Average sunshine days in December: 12.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.1 days).
Average UV index in December
Chemnitz, Germany
- Average UV index in December: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Chemnitz, Germany
- Average cloud cover in December: 63
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).
Average visibility in December
Chemnitz, Germany
- Average visibility in December: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August and September (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (7km).
