December weather forecast
Plauen, Germany

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Plauen, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 2.6°C (36.7°F) and -1.7°C (28.9°F).

Temperature

Transition into December subtly marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moderately moving from a frosty 6.7°C (44.1°F) in November to a wintry 2.6°C (36.7°F). Plauen upholds a consistent average temperature of -1.7°C (28.9°F) throughout the nights of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Plauen is 89%.

Rainfall

In December, in Plauen, the rain falls for 12.4 days. Throughout December, 43mm (1.69") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 167.6 rainfall days, and 544mm (21.42") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, in Plauen, it is snowing for 9.4 days. Throughout December, 98mm (3.86") of snow is accumulated. In Plauen, Germany, during the entire year, snow falls for 48.4 days and aggregates up to 460mm (18.11") of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:50 and sunset at 16:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:12 and sunset at 16:17 CET.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.2h.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Plauen. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Plauen in December?
December temperatures in Plauen, Germany, vary between a high-temperature of 2.6°C (36.7°F) and a low-temperature of -1.7°C (28.9°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Plauen?
In Plauen, the average relative humidity in December is 89%.
How much does it rain in Plauen in December?
In Plauen, Germany, in December, during 12.4 rainfall days, 43mm (1.69") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How much does it snow in Plauen in December?
In December, in Plauen, it is snowing for 9.4 days. Throughout December, 98mm (3.86") of snow is accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days in Plauen?
The month with the shortest days in Plauen, Germany, is December, with an average of 8h and 6min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December in Plauen?
In Plauen, the average day length in December is 8h and 5min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Plauen?
On the first day of December in Plauen, Germany, sunrise is at 07:50 and sunset at 16:10. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:12 and sunset at 16:17 CET.
How long on average sun shines in December in Plauen?
In Plauen, Germany, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.2h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Plauen?
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.
What is the UV index intensity in December in Plauen?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Plauen is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Plauen, Germany
  • Average high temperature in December: 2.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (22.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (0.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -1.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-3.9°C).

Average pressure in December
Plauen, Germany
  • Average pressure in December: 1018mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is October (1018.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1014.9mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Plauen, Germany
  • Average wind speed in December: 15.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (15.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10km/h).

Average humidity in December
Plauen, Germany
  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Plauen, Germany
  • Average rainfall in December: 43mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (69mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (25mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Plauen, Germany
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Plauen, Germany
  • Average snowfall in December: 98mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (127mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Plauen, Germany
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Plauen, Germany
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Plauen, Germany
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Plauen, Germany
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Plauen, Germany
  • Average cloud cover in December: 70

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in December
Plauen, Germany
  • Average visibility in December: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July and August (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (7km).

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