December weather - Winter 2024 - Düsseldorf, Germany

Weather in December
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Average pressure in December
Average wind speed in December
Average humidity in December
Average rainfall in December
Average rainfall days in December
Average snowfall in December
Average snowfall days in December
Average daylight in December
Average sunshine in December
Average sunshine days in December
Average UV index in December
Average cloud cover in December
Average visibility in December

The Rhine River shore during winter, in Düsseldorf in Germany

Weather in December

December marks the start of the winter season in Düsseldorf, characterized by short daylight hours and increasingly colder temperatures. Snowfall begins to appear, adding a spectacular winter wonderland landscape to the city. The month also witnesses longer periods of cloud cover, leading to limited hours of sunshine, making it the least sunny month of the year. Notably, December experiences the highest rainfall of the year, with 32mm (1.26") recorded over 14.7 days. Despite the chilly conditions, the festive spirit keeps the city vibrant, with Christmas markets dotting the streets of Düsseldorf.

Temperature

The arrival of December suggests a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a frosty 9.7°C (49.5°F) in November to a wintry 5.9°C (42.6°F). Nights in December in Düsseldorf, Germany, exhibit a minor reduction to an average low temperature of 2.3°C (36.1°F).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Düsseldorf are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Düsseldorf is December, when the rain falls for 14.7 days and typically aggregates up to 32mm (1.26") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Düsseldorf, Germany, during December, snow falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 13mm (0.51") of snow. Throughout the year, in Düsseldorf, there are 14.4 snowfall days, and 49mm (1.93") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 08:15 and sunset at 16:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:37 and sunset at 16:35 CET.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Düsseldorf during December?

In Düsseldorf, 5.9°C (42.6°F) is the average high-temperature and 2.3°C (36.1°F) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the most humid month in Düsseldorf?

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 86%, are most humid months in Düsseldorf.

What is the average humidity in December in Düsseldorf?

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

What is the wettest month in Düsseldorf?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 14.7 days and typically aggregates up to 32mm (1.26") of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Düsseldorf?

In Düsseldorf, in December, it is raining for 14.7 days, with typically 32mm (1.26") of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Düsseldorf?

In December, in Düsseldorf, it is snowing for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 13mm (0.51") of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Düsseldorf?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Düsseldorf have in December?

In December, the average day length is 7h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Düsseldorf?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:15 and sunset at 16:28. On the last day of the month, in Düsseldorf, Germany, sunrise is at 08:37 and sunset at 16:35 CET.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Düsseldorf?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Düsseldorf have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.8h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Düsseldorf?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Düsseldorf is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Average high temperature

9.7°C 49.5°F

5.9°C 42.6°F

4.7°C 40.5°F

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Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

14.5km/h 9mph

16.5km/h 10.3mph

15.7km/h 9.8mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

13.4

11.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Düsseldorf, Germany

Average high temperature in December: 5.9°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (23.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.7°C).

Average low temperature in December: 2.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.7°C).

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Average pressure in December
Düsseldorf, Germany

Average pressure in December: 1016.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1013mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Düsseldorf, Germany

Average wind speed in December: 15.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (15.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.5km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Düsseldorf, Germany

Average humidity in December: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Düsseldorf, Germany

Average rainfall in December: 32mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (32mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (13mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Düsseldorf, Germany

Average rainfall days in December: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (9.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Düsseldorf, Germany

Average snowfall in December: 13mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (16mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Düsseldorf, Germany

Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 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
Düsseldorf, 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 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Düsseldorf, Germany

Average sunshine days in December: 10 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (10 days).

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Average UV index in December
Düsseldorf, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Düsseldorf, Germany

Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in December
Düsseldorf, Germany

Average visibility in December: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is December (8km).

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December weather forecast
Düsseldorf, Germany

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