December weather forecast
Dorsten, Germany

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Dorsten, Germany, with temperature in the range of an average low of 2.1°C (35.8°F) and an average high of 5.5°C (41.9°F).

Temperature

As Dorsten, Germany, enters December, the average high-temperature subtly lowers from the a frosty 9°C (48.2°F) of November to an icy 5.5°C (41.9°F). December nights in Dorsten register a minor temperature decline, steadying at a still wintry 2.1°C (35.8°F).

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall in Dorsten are July, August and December, with an average 33mm (1.3") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Dorsten, Germany, during December, snow falls for 3.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 19mm (0.75") of snow. In Dorsten, Germany, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.1 days and aggregates up to 75mm (2.95") of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 7h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Dorsten, sunrise is at 08:16 and sunset at 16:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:38 and sunset at 16:32 CET.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Dorsten, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Dorsten in December?
Dorsten in December has an average high-temperature of 5.5°C (41.9°F) and an average low-temperature of 2.1°C (35.8°F).
What is the most humid month in Dorsten?
The most humid month in Dorsten is December, with an average relative humidity of 88%.
What is the average humidity in December in Dorsten?
The average relative humidity in December in Dorsten, Germany, is 88%.
What is the rainiest month in Dorsten?
The months with the most rainfall are July, August and December, with an average 33mm (1.3") of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in December in Dorsten?
In Dorsten, in December, it is raining for 13.4 days, with typically 33mm (1.3") of accumulated precipitation.
How many days does it snow in December in Dorsten?
In Dorsten, in December, during 3.6 snowfall days, 19mm (0.75") of snow is typically accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days in Dorsten?
The month with the shortest days in Dorsten is December, with an average of 7h and 54min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Dorsten have in December?
In Dorsten, the average day length in December is 7h and 54min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Dorsten?
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 08:16 and sunset at 16:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:38 and sunset at 16:32 CET.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Dorsten?
The month with the least sunshine in Dorsten is December, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Dorsten have in December?
In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.5h.
When is the lowest UV index in Dorsten?
The months with the lowest UV index in Dorsten, Germany, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.
What is the UV index intensity in December in Dorsten?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Dorsten is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Dorsten, Germany
Average temperature in December
Dorsten, Germany
  • Average high temperature in December: 5.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (23.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 2.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.4°C).

Average pressure in December - Dorsten, Germany
Average pressure in December
Dorsten, Germany
  • Average pressure in December: 1015.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.8mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Dorsten, Germany
Average wind speed in December
Dorsten, Germany
  • Average wind speed in December: 16.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (16.8km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (11km/h).

Average humidity in December - Dorsten, Germany
Average humidity in December
Dorsten, Germany
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (72%).

Average rainfall in December - Dorsten, Germany
Average rainfall in December
Dorsten, Germany
  • Average rainfall in December: 33mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July, August and December (33mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (16mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Dorsten, Germany
Average rainfall days in December
Dorsten, Germany
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.4 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.1 days).

Average snowfall in December - Dorsten, Germany
Average snowfall in December
Dorsten, Germany
  • Average snowfall in December: 19mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (26mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Dorsten, Germany
Average snowfall days in December
Dorsten, Germany
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 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 - Dorsten, Germany
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Dorsten, Germany
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December - Dorsten, Germany
Average sunshine days in December
Dorsten, Germany
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December - Dorsten, Germany
Average UV index in December
Dorsten, 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 - Dorsten, Germany
Average cloud cover in December
Dorsten, Germany
  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in December - Dorsten, Germany
Average visibility in December
Dorsten, Germany
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

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

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