December weather forecast
Hildesheim, Germany

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Hildesheim, Germany, with temperature in the range of an average high of 4.5°C (40.1°F) and an average low of 0.8°C (33.4°F).

Temperature

Hildesheim's progression into December involves a minor drop in the average high-temperature, slightly receding from a chilly 8.1°C (46.6°F) in November to a cold 4.5°C (40.1°F). Hildesheim reports an average low temperature of 0.8°C (33.4°F) in December, a minor decrease from the day's highs.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Hildesheim are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

Rainfall

In Hildesheim, in December, during 13.4 rainfall days, 32mm (1.26") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hildesheim, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.9 days and collects up to 355mm (13.98") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, in Hildesheim, it is snowing for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 39mm (1.54") of snow is accumulated. In Hildesheim, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.6 days and aggregates up to 138mm (5.43") of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 7h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Hildesheim.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 08:07 and sunset at 16:11. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:28 and sunset at 16:17 CET.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January through March, 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 low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Hildesheim in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Hildesheim, is 4.5°C (40.1°F), while the low-temperature averages to 0.8°C (33.4°F).

What are the most humid months in Hildesheim?

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 88%, are most humid months in Hildesheim.

What is the average humidity in December in Hildesheim?

In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.

How much does it rain in Hildesheim in December?

In Hildesheim, during December, the rain falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 32mm (1.26") of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Hildesheim?

In Hildesheim, during December, snow falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 39mm (1.54") of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hildesheim?

December has the shortest days of the year in Hildesheim, Germany, with an average of 7h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Hildesheim have in December?

In Hildesheim, Germany, the average day length in December is 7h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Hildesheim?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:07 and sunset at 16:11. On the last day of the month, in Hildesheim, sunrise is at 08:28 and sunset at 16:17 CET.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Hildesheim?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Hildesheim, with an average of 3.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Hildesheim have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Hildesheim is 3.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Hildesheim?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Hildesheim?

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

Average temperature in December - Hildesheim, Germany
  • Average high temperature in December: 4.5°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 (2.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 0.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-1.2°C).

Average pressure in December
Hildesheim, Germany

Average pressure in December - Hildesheim, Germany
  • Average pressure in December: 1015.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1013.2mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Hildesheim, Germany

Average wind speed in December - Hildesheim, Germany
  • Average wind speed in December: 15.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (15.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.6km/h).

Average humidity in December
Hildesheim, Germany

Average humidity in December - Hildesheim, Germany
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Hildesheim, Germany

Average rainfall in December - Hildesheim, Germany
  • Average rainfall in December: 32mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (41mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (17mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Hildesheim, Germany

Average rainfall days in December - Hildesheim, Germany
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hildesheim, Germany

Average snowfall in December - Hildesheim, Germany
  • Average snowfall in December: 39mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (46mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Hildesheim, Germany

Average snowfall days in December - Hildesheim, Germany
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 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
Hildesheim, Germany

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hildesheim, Germany
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hildesheim, Germany

Average sunshine days in December - Hildesheim, Germany
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Hildesheim, Germany

Average UV index in December - Hildesheim, 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, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Hildesheim, Germany

Average cloud cover in December - Hildesheim, Germany
  • Average cloud cover in December: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Hildesheim, Germany

Average visibility in December - Hildesheim, Germany
  • Average visibility in December: 8km

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

Hildesheim, Germany

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