December weather forecastMönchengladbach, Germany

December

Weather in December

December shuts the year on a decidedly cold note and witnesses the re-emergence of snow, recording a snowfall of 44mm (1.73"). Mönchengladbach embraces colder temperatures ranging from 2.3°C (36.1°F) to 6.1°C (43°F) during this month. Further, the daylight hours are limited to just 8 a day, resulting in more extended nights. December's weather patterns amalgamate the whimsy of festive cheers and the serene beauty of the wintery chill. Increase in cloud cover contributes to subtle moments of winter wonderland, rounding off the year with a captivating sight.

Temperature

In December, the meteorological conditions change slightly, with the average high-temperature moving from 9.7°C (49.5°F) in November to a still frosty 6.1°C (43°F). In December, Mönchengladbach experiences a marginal drop in temperature, with averages of 2.3°C (36.1°F) at night.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.8 days and accumulates 59mm (2.32") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Mönchengladbach are January through March, November and December. In December, in Mönchengladbach, it is snowing for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 44mm (1.73") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 21.6 snowfall days, and 160mm (6.3") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:16 and sunset at 16:30. On the last day of December, in Mönchengladbach, sunrise is at 08:38 and sunset at 16:36 CET.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.9h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Mönchengladbach.

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 hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

In Mönchengladbach, in December, the average high-temperature is 6.1°C (43°F), and the average low-temperature is 2.3°C (36.1°F).

The months with the highest humidity in Mönchengladbach are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

In Mönchengladbach, Germany, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

December is the month with the most rainfall in Mönchengladbach, Germany. Rain falls for 16.8 days and accumulates 59mm (2.32") of precipitation.

In Mönchengladbach, Germany, during December, the rain falls for 16.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 59mm (2.32") of precipitation.

In Mönchengladbach, Germany, during December, snow falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 44mm (1.73") of snow.

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

The average day length in December in Mönchengladbach is 7h and 59min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:16 and sunset at 16:30. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:38 and sunset at 16:36 CET.

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 3.9h of sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in December in Mönchengladbach is 3.9h.

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

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Mönchengladbach 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
Mönchengladbach, Germany

  • Average high temperature in December: 6.1°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 (4.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 2.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.9°C).

Average pressure in December
Mönchengladbach, Germany

  • Average pressure in December: 1016.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.9mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Mönchengladbach, 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 (11km/h).

Average humidity in December
Mönchengladbach, Germany

  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Mönchengladbach, Germany

  • Average rainfall in December: 59mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (59mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (26mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Mönchengladbach, Germany

  • Average rainfall days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (13.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mönchengladbach, Germany

  • Average snowfall in December: 44mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (55mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Mönchengladbach, Germany

  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.5 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
Mönchengladbach, 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 54min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Mönchengladbach, Germany

  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (8.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Mönchengladbach, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Mönchengladbach, Germany

  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
Mönchengladbach, Germany

  • Average visibility in December: 8km

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