December weather forecast
Harzgerode, Germany

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Harzgerode, Germany, with an average temperature ranging between min -0.7°C (30.7°F) and max 3.7°C (38.7°F).

Temperature

The transition into December is accompanied by a slight temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a chilly 7.5°C (45.5°F) in November to a wintry 3.7°C (38.7°F). Harzgerode, in December, registers a nighttime average temperature of -0.7°C (30.7°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Harzgerode, Germany, is 89%.

Rainfall

In Harzgerode, in December, during 12.9 rainfall days, 33mm (1.3") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Harzgerode, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159 days and collects up to 373mm (14.69") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Harzgerode. In Harzgerode, Germany, during December, snow falls for 6.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 59mm (2.32") of snow. In Harzgerode, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.3 days and aggregates up to 225mm (8.86") of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 7h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:59 and sunset at 16:09. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:21 and sunset at 16:15 CET.

Sunshine

With an average of 2.9h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

In Harzgerode, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Harzgerode in December?
The high-temperature in Harzgerode during December is 3.7°C (38.7°F) and the low-temperature is -0.7°C (30.7°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Harzgerode?
The average relative humidity in December in Harzgerode is 89%.
How much does it rain in Harzgerode in December?
In December, the rain falls for 12.9 days. Throughout December, 33mm (1.3") of precipitation is accumulated.
How much does it snow in Harzgerode in December?
In Harzgerode, during December, snow falls for 6.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 59mm (2.32") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days in Harzgerode?
December has the shortest days of the year in Harzgerode, with an average of 7h and 54min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Harzgerode have in December?
In Harzgerode, Germany, the average day length in December is 7h and 55min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Harzgerode?
On the first day of December in Harzgerode, Germany, sunrise is at 07:59 and sunset at 16:09. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:21 and sunset at 16:15 CET.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Harzgerode?
December has the least sunshine of the year in Harzgerode, with an average of 2.9h of sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Harzgerode have in December?
The average sunshine duration in December in Harzgerode, Germany, is 2.9h.
What is the UV index intensity in December in Harzgerode?
The average daily maximum UV index in December in Harzgerode is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December - Harzgerode, Germany
Average temperature in December
Harzgerode, Germany
  • Average high temperature in December: 3.7°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 (1.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -0.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-2.8°C).

Average pressure in December - Harzgerode, Germany
Average pressure in December
Harzgerode, Germany
  • Average pressure in December: 1016.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1014mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Harzgerode, Germany
Average wind speed in December
Harzgerode, Germany
  • Average wind speed in December: 13.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (13.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.3km/h).

Average humidity in December - Harzgerode, Germany
Average humidity in December
Harzgerode, Germany
  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (71%).

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (46mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (15mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Harzgerode, Germany
Average rainfall days in December
Harzgerode, Germany
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.6 days).

Average snowfall in December - Harzgerode, Germany
Average snowfall in December
Harzgerode, Germany
  • Average snowfall in December: 59mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (60mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Harzgerode, Germany
Average snowfall days in December
Harzgerode, Germany
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Harzgerode, Germany
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Harzgerode, 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: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December - Harzgerode, Germany
Average sunshine days in December
Harzgerode, Germany
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.4 days).

Average UV index in December - Harzgerode, Germany
Average UV index in December
Harzgerode, 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 and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December - Harzgerode, Germany
Average cloud cover in December
Harzgerode, Germany
  • Average cloud cover in December: 72

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December - Harzgerode, Germany
Average visibility in December
Harzgerode, Germany
  • Average visibility in December: 7km

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

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