December weather forecast
Ratingen, Germany

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Ratingen, Germany, with temperature in the range of an average high of 5.9°C (42.6°F) and an average low of 2.3°C (36.1°F).

Temperature

Ratingen, Germany, records a mild change in average high-temperature during December, easing from a chilly 9.7°C (49.5°F) in November to a cold 5.9°C (42.6°F). The nighttime temperature in Ratingen in December experiences a minor dip, averaging a still icy 2.3°C (36.1°F).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in Ratingen. Rain falls for 14.7 days and accumulates 32mm (1.26") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Ratingen, in December, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 13mm (0.51") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 14.4 snowfall days, and 49mm (1.93") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Ratingen, with an average of 8h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 08:15 and sunset at 16:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:37 and sunset at 16:34 CET.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Ratingen are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Ratingen?

In December, in Ratingen, the average high-temperature is 5.9°C (42.6°F), and the average low-temperature is 2.3°C (36.1°F).

What is the most humid month in Ratingen?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Ratingen?

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

What is the wettest month in Ratingen?

The month with the most rainfall in Ratingen is December, when the rain falls for 14.7 days and typically aggregates up to 32mm (1.26") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Ratingen in December?

In December, in Ratingen, Germany, the rain falls for 14.7 days. Throughout December, 32mm (1.26") of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Ratingen in December?

In Ratingen, Germany, in December, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 13mm (0.51") of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ratingen?

The month with the shortest days in Ratingen, Germany, is December, with an average of 8h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Ratingen have in December?

The average day length in December in Ratingen, Germany, is 7h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Ratingen?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:15 and sunset at 16:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:37 and sunset at 16:34 CET.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Ratingen?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Ratingen have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Ratingen is 3.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Ratingen?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Ratingen?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Ratingen, Germany

Average temperature in December - Ratingen, Germany
  • Average high temperature in December: 5.9°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (23.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 2.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.7°C).

Average pressure in December
Ratingen, Germany

Average pressure in December - Ratingen, 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 (1013mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Ratingen, Germany

Average wind speed in December - Ratingen, Germany
  • Average wind speed in December: 15.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (15.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.5km/h).

Average humidity in December
Ratingen, Germany

Average humidity in December - Ratingen, Germany
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Ratingen, Germany

Average rainfall in December - Ratingen, Germany
  • Average rainfall in December: 32mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (32mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (13mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Ratingen, Germany

Average rainfall days in December - Ratingen, Germany
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (9.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ratingen, Germany

Average snowfall in December - Ratingen, Germany
  • Average snowfall in December: 13mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (16mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Ratingen, Germany

Average snowfall days in December - Ratingen, Germany
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 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
Ratingen, Germany

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ratingen, 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 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ratingen, Germany

Average sunshine days in December - Ratingen, Germany
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (10 days).

Average UV index in December
Ratingen, Germany

Average UV index in December - Ratingen, 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
Ratingen, Germany

Average cloud cover in December - Ratingen, Germany
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Ratingen, Germany

Average visibility in December - Ratingen, 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).

Ratingen, Germany

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