December weather forecastErkelenz, Germany
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Erkelenz, Germany, with temperature in the range of an average high of 6.2°C (43.2°F) and an average low of 2.2°C (36°F).Temperature
The arrival of December is marked by a minor reduction in average high-temperature, sliding from 9.7°C (49.5°F) in November to a still frosty 6.2°C (43.2°F). Erkelenz's nighttime temperatures in December display a slight drop from daytime highs, averaging to a cold 2.2°C (36°F).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 86%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout December, 26mm (1.02") of precipitation is accumulated. In Erkelenz, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.2 days and collects up to 278mm (10.94") of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Erkelenz are January through March, November and December. In Erkelenz, Germany, in December, snow falls for 3 days, with typically accumulated 14mm (0.55") of snow. In Erkelenz, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.2 days and aggregates up to 67mm (2.64") of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 0min of daylight.On the first day of December in Erkelenz, sunrise is at 08:16 and sunset at 16:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:38 and sunset at 16:37 CET.
Sunshine
With an average of 4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Erkelenz, Germany
- Average high temperature in December: 6.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (23.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.8°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 2.2°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (0.9°C).
Average pressure in December
Erkelenz, Germany
- Average pressure in December: 1016.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1013mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Erkelenz, Germany
- Average wind speed in December: 16.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (16.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11km/h).
Average humidity in December
Erkelenz, Germany
- Average humidity in December: 86%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (73%).
Average rainfall in December
Erkelenz, Germany
- Average rainfall in December: 26mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (32mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (14mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Erkelenz, Germany
- Average rainfall days in December: 11.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (14.6 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and April (9.9 days).
Average snowfall in December
Erkelenz, Germany
- Average snowfall in December: 14mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (25mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Erkelenz, Germany
- Average snowfall days in December: 3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.9 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
Erkelenz, 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: 4h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Erkelenz, Germany
- Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13 days).
Average UV index in December
Erkelenz, 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
Erkelenz, Germany
- Average cloud cover in December: 60
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).
Average visibility in December
Erkelenz, 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).
