December weather forecastMarkranstädt, Germany

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Markranstädt, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 4.5°C (40.1°F) and an average low of 0.2°C (32.4°F).

Temperature

A modest decline in the average high-temperature is seen during December, decreasing from a chilly 8.5°C (47.3°F) in November to a cold 4.5°C (40.1°F). Nighttime temperature in Markranstädt sees a small decrement from daytime highs, dipping to an average of 0.2°C (32.4°F) during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Markranstädt, Germany, is 85%.

Rainfall

In Markranstädt, during December, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 23mm (0.91") of precipitation. In Markranstädt, Germany, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.2 days and collects up to 257mm (10.12") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Markranstädt, Germany. In Markranstädt, in December, snow falls for 4.1 days, with typically accumulated 30mm (1.18") of snow. Throughout the year, in Markranstädt, there are 20.4 snowfall days, and 108mm (4.25") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Markranstädt, sunrise is at 07:54 and sunset at 16:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:15 and sunset at 16:12 CET.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

In December, in Markranstädt, the average high-temperature is 4.5°C (40.1°F), and the average low-temperature is 0.2°C (32.4°F).

In Markranstädt, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

In Markranstädt, in December, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 23mm (0.91") of accumulated precipitation.

In Markranstädt, Germany, during December, snow falls for 4.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 30mm (1.18") of snow.

With an average of 8h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Markranstädt.

In Markranstädt, Germany, the average day length in December is 7h and 58min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:54 and sunset at 16:06. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:15 and sunset at 16:12 CET.

With an average of 3.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Markranstädt.

In Markranstädt, Germany, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.5h.

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Markranstädt, Germany

  • Average high temperature in December: 4.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (24.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 0.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-2.1°C).

Average pressure in December
Markranstädt, Germany

  • Average pressure in December: 1016.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is October (1017.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1014.3mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Markranstädt, Germany

  • Average wind speed in December: 16.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (16.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.6km/h).

Average humidity in December
Markranstädt, Germany

  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (66%).

Average rainfall in December
Markranstädt, Germany

  • Average rainfall in December: 23mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (30mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (10mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Markranstädt, Germany

  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Markranstädt, Germany

  • Average snowfall in December: 30mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (31mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Markranstädt, Germany

  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.9 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
Markranstädt, 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: 3h and 30min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Markranstädt, Germany

  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (13.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Markranstädt, Germany

  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Markranstädt, Germany

  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Markranstädt, Germany

  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are April and August (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (8km).