December weather forecastDorsheim, Germany

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Dorsheim, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 0.5°C (32.9°F) and an average high of 4.9°C (40.8°F).

Temperature

The onset of December aligns with a soft reduction in the average high-temperature, gently falling from a frosty 8.1°C (46.6°F) in November to a cold 4.9°C (40.8°F). Dorsheim's nocturnal December readings average at a still icy 0.5°C (32.9°F), showing little variation from the daytime temperatures.

Humidity

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 89%, are the most humid months in Dorsheim, Germany.

Rainfall

In Dorsheim, in December, during 15.9 rainfall days, 40mm (1.57") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Dorsheim, there are 176 rainfall days, and 462mm (18.19") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Dorsheim are January through April, November and December. In Dorsheim, Germany, during December, snow falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 41mm (1.61") of snow. Throughout the year, in Dorsheim, there are 22.7 snowfall days, and 150mm (5.91") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Dorsheim.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:05 and sunset at 16:29. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 08:26 and sunset at 16:36 CET.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

December temperatures in Dorsheim, Germany, vary between a high-temperature of 4.9°C (40.8°F) and a low-temperature of 0.5°C (32.9°F).

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 89%, are most humid months in Dorsheim.

The average relative humidity in December is 89%.

In Dorsheim, Germany, in December, it is raining for 15.9 days, with typically 40mm (1.57") of accumulated precipitation.

In Dorsheim, Germany, during December, snow falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 41mm (1.61") of snow.

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 12min of daylight.

The average day length in December in Dorsheim, Germany, is 8h and 11min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:05 and sunset at 16:29. On the last day of the month, in Dorsheim, sunrise is at 08:26 and sunset at 16:36 CET.

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 3.4h of sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in December in Dorsheim, Germany, is 3.4h.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Dorsheim, Germany

  • Average high temperature in December: 4.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (24.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (3.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 0.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-1.3°C).

Average pressure in December
Dorsheim, Germany

  • Average pressure in December: 1018.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1018.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1014.5mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Dorsheim, Germany

  • Average wind speed in December: 11.7km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (12.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.7km/h).

Average humidity in December
Dorsheim, Germany

  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Dorsheim, Germany

  • Average rainfall in December: 40mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (58mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (25mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Dorsheim, Germany

  • Average rainfall days in December: 15.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dorsheim, Germany

  • Average snowfall in December: 41mm

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (44mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Dorsheim, Germany

  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 12min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dorsheim, Germany

  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (9.2 days).

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

Average cloud cover in December
Dorsheim, Germany

  • Average cloud cover in December: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Dorsheim, Germany

  • Average visibility in December: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July and August (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, November and December (7km).