December weather forecastDresden, Germany
December
Weather in December
The year in Dresden rounds off with December, a month characterized by cold temperatures and substantial snowfall of 83mm (3.27"). The average high is only 3.5°C (38.3°F), dropping even lower at night, emphasizing the firm grip of winter on the city. However, the dazzling lights of Christmas markets and festive decorations in streets and squares make Dresden a fairytale destination during this month. Despite being a snowy and cold month, Dresden in December is all about warm glühwein, delicious treats, and cheerful holiday spirit.Temperature
December in Dresden is marked by a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, transitioning from a frosty 7.8°C (46°F) in November to an icy 3.5°C (38.3°F). Dresden's temperature during December nights registers a minor decrease to an average low of -0.8°C (30.6°F).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.Rainfall
In December, in Dresden, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout December, 33mm (1.3") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 156.4 rainfall days, and 433mm (17.05") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Dresden, in December, snow falls for 7.9 days, with typically accumulated 83mm (3.27") of snow. Throughout the year, in Dresden, there are 42.5 snowfall days, and 402mm (15.83") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 0min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:46 and sunset at 16:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:08 and sunset at 16:08 CET.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December in Dresden is 3.7h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index, 1 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Dresden, Germany
- Average high temperature in December: 3.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (23.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (1.3°C).
- Average low temperature in December: -0.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-3°C).
Average pressure in December
Dresden, Germany
- Average pressure in December: 1017.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is October (1017.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1014.8mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Dresden, Germany
- Average wind speed in December: 16.5km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (16.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.2km/h).
Average humidity in December
Dresden, Germany
- Average humidity in December: 86%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).
Average rainfall in December
Dresden, Germany
- Average rainfall in December: 33mm
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (57mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (22mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Dresden, Germany
- Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.5 days).
Average snowfall in December
Dresden, Germany
- Average snowfall in December: 83mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (113mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Dresden, Germany
- Average snowfall days in December: 7.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Dresden, Germany
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 30min).
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: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
Dresden, Germany
- Average sunshine days in December: 12.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Dresden, 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 November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Dresden, Germany
- Average cloud cover in December: 63
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).
Average visibility in December
Dresden, Germany
- Average visibility in December: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (8km).
