December weather forecastGerolstein, Germany

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Gerolstein, Germany, with an average temperature fluctuating between 4.5°C (40.1°F) and 0.3°C (32.5°F).

Temperature

The onset of December brings a small shift in high-temperatures, falling from a chilly 7.5°C (45.5°F) in November to an icy 4.5°C (40.1°F). In Gerolstein, December nights maintain a consistent temperature, with an average low of 0.3°C (32.5°F).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Gerolstein are January, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

Rainfall

In Gerolstein, in December, it is raining for 15.2 days, with typically 53mm (2.09") of accumulated precipitation. In Gerolstein, during the entire year, the rain falls for 185.2 days and collects up to 578mm (22.76") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Gerolstein are January through May, October through December. In Gerolstein, in December, during 9.9 snowfall days, 114mm (4.49") of snow is typically accumulated. In Gerolstein, Germany, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.4 days and aggregates up to 511mm (20.12") of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Gerolstein is December, with an average of 8h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 08:11 and sunset at 16:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:32 and sunset at 16:40 CET.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.3h 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

In December, in Gerolstein, the average high-temperature is 4.5°C (40.1°F), and the average low-temperature is 0.3°C (32.5°F).

The months with the highest humidity in Gerolstein are January, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

The average relative humidity in December is 90%.

In December, in Gerolstein, Germany, the rain falls for 15.2 days. Throughout December, 53mm (2.09") of precipitation is accumulated.

In Gerolstein, Germany, during December, snow falls for 9.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 114mm (4.49") of snow.

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 6min of daylight.

In December, the average day length is 8h and 8min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:11 and sunset at 16:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:32 and sunset at 16:40 CET.

With an average of 3.3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Gerolstein.

In Gerolstein, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.3h.

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

In Gerolstein, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Gerolstein, Germany

  • Average high temperature in December: 4.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (22.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 0.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-1.4°C).

Average pressure in December
Gerolstein, Germany

  • Average pressure in December: 1017.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1013.8mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Gerolstein, Germany

  • Average wind speed in December: 14.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (14.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.1km/h).

Average humidity in December
Gerolstein, Germany

  • Average humidity in December: 90%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, November and December (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Gerolstein, Germany

  • Average rainfall in December: 53mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are May and June (65mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (34mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Gerolstein, Germany

  • Average rainfall days in December: 15.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gerolstein, Germany

  • Average snowfall in December: 114mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (142mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Gerolstein, Germany

  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.9 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (12.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 6min

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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gerolstein, Germany

  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Gerolstein, Germany

  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Gerolstein, Germany

  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in December
Gerolstein, Germany

  • Average visibility in December: 7km

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