December weather forecastKarlsruhe, Germany
December
Weather in December
December sees the return of winter in full swing in Karlsruhe, with colder temperatures hovering from 1°C (33.8°F) to 5.5°C (41.9°F). With daylight hours reduced to an annual low of 8.3 hours, the city emulates a beautiful winter postcard, particularly in the week leading up to Christmas. The first snow of the season blankets the city in white and is typically accompanied by festive decorations across the city. The combination of increased snowfall, colder weather, and shorter daylight hours, creates a distinct wintertime atmosphere. With one of the highest rainfall of 44mm (1.73") in this month, December is typically a damp and cold end to the year in Karlsruhe.Temperature
The arrival of December is marked by a minor reduction in average high-temperature, sliding from a frosty 9.4°C (48.9°F) in November to a wintry 5.5°C (41.9°F). In Karlsruhe, December nights maintain a consistent temperature, with an average low of 1°C (33.8°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December in Karlsruhe is 85%.Rainfall
In Karlsruhe, during December, the rain falls for 13.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 44mm (1.73") of precipitation. In Karlsruhe, during the entire year, the rain falls for 143.9 days and collects up to 359mm (14.13") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 4.5 days and typically aggregates up to 44mm (1.73") of snow.Daylight
With an average of 8h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Karlsruhe.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:59 and sunset at 16:31. On the last day of December, in Karlsruhe, sunrise is at 08:20 and sunset at 16:38 CET.
Sunshine
December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Karlsruhe, Germany. 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: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Karlsruhe, Germany
- Average high temperature in December: 5.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (25.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.3°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 1°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-0.6°C).
Average pressure in December
Karlsruhe, Germany
- Average pressure in December: 1019.4mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1019.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1015.1mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Karlsruhe, Germany
- Average wind speed in December: 12.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (12.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.6km/h).
Average humidity in December
Karlsruhe, Germany
- Average humidity in December: 85%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (69%).
Average rainfall in December
Karlsruhe, Germany
- Average rainfall in December: 44mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (45mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (17mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Karlsruhe, Germany
- Average rainfall days in December: 13.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (10 days).
Average snowfall in December
Karlsruhe, Germany
- Average snowfall in December: 44mm
The month with the highest snowfall is December (44mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Karlsruhe, Germany
- Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Karlsruhe, Germany
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Karlsruhe, Germany
- Average sunshine days in December: 13 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (13 days).
Average UV index in December
Karlsruhe, Germany
- Average UV index in December: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Karlsruhe, Germany
- Average cloud cover in December: 58
The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Karlsruhe, Germany
- Average visibility in December: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and December (8km).
