December weather forecastOttenstein, Germany

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ottenstein, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 0.8°C (33.4°F) and an average high of 4.6°C (40.3°F).

Temperature

The onset of December entails a subtle temperature shift, as the average high-temperature eases from a frosty 8°C (46.4°F) in November to a cold 4.6°C (40.3°F). The nights of December are characterized by an average low-temperature of 0.8°C (33.4°F), subtly descending from daytime highs.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Ottenstein are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

Rainfall

In Ottenstein, in December, during 16 rainfall days, 43mm (1.69") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ottenstein, during the entire year, the rain falls for 182.8 days and collects up to 469mm (18.46") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Ottenstein, Germany, in December, snow falls for 6 days, with typically accumulated 45mm (1.77") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 27.2 snowfall days, and 176mm (6.93") of snow is accumulated.

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 08:08 and sunset at 16:14. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:30 and sunset at 16:21 CET.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.1h of sunshine.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

In Ottenstein, 4.6°C (40.3°F) is the average high-temperature and 0.8°C (33.4°F) is the average low-temperature during December.

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 89%, are most humid months.

The average relative humidity in December is 89%.

In Ottenstein, during December, the rain falls for 16 days and regularly aggregates up to 43mm (1.69") of precipitation.

In Ottenstein, in December, snow falls for 6 days, with typically accumulated 45mm (1.77") of snow.

With an average of 7h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

The average day length in December is 7h and 51min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 08:08 and sunset at 16:14. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:30 and sunset at 16:21 CET.

With an average of 3.1h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.1h.

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

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Ottenstein, Germany

  • Average high temperature in December: 4.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (23.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (3.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 0.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-1.2°C).

Average pressure in December
Ottenstein, Germany

  • Average pressure in December: 1015.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1013mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Ottenstein, Germany

  • Average wind speed in December: 15km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (15km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.3km/h).

Average humidity in December
Ottenstein, Germany

  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Ottenstein, Germany

  • Average rainfall in December: 43mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (55mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (20mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Ottenstein, Germany

  • Average rainfall days in December: 16 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ottenstein, Germany

  • Average snowfall in December: 45mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (51mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Ottenstein, Germany

  • Average snowfall days in December: 6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8 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
Ottenstein, Germany

  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 54min

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: 3h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ottenstein, Germany

  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (9.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Ottenstein, 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
Ottenstein, Germany

  • Average cloud cover in December: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in December
Ottenstein, Germany

  • Average visibility in December: 8km

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