December weather forecast
Riesa, Germany

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Riesa, Germany, with temperature in the range of an average low of -0.2°C (31.6°F) and an average high of 4.3°C (39.7°F).

Temperature

Riesa records a mild change in average high-temperature during December, easing from a frosty 8.6°C (47.5°F) in November to an icy 4.3°C (39.7°F). Riesa registers a subtle dip to an average of -0.2°C (31.6°F) during the nights of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Riesa is 86%.

Rainfall

In December, in Riesa, Germany, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 38mm (1.5") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 165.8 rainfall days, and 413mm (16.26") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Riesa. In Riesa, in December, snow falls for 6.6 days, with typically accumulated 57mm (2.24") of snow. Throughout the year, in Riesa, there are 32.5 snowfall days, and 259mm (10.2") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Riesa.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:49 and sunset at 16:02. On the last day of December, in Riesa, sunrise is at 08:11 and sunset at 16:08 CET.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Riesa is 3.8h.

UV index

In Riesa, Germany, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Riesa during December?
The average high-temperature, in December, in Riesa, is 4.3°C (39.7°F), while the average low-temperature is -0.2°C (31.6°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Riesa?
In December, the average relative humidity in Riesa is 86%.
How much does it rain in Riesa in December?
In December, in Riesa, Germany, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 38mm (1.5") of precipitation is accumulated.
How much does it snow in Riesa in December?
In Riesa, Germany, during December, snow falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 57mm (2.24") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days in Riesa?
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 0min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Riesa have in December?
The average day length in December is 7h and 58min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Riesa?
On the first day of December in Riesa, Germany, sunrise is at 07:49 and sunset at 16:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:11 and sunset at 16:08 CET.
How many hours of sunshine does Riesa have in December?
The average sunshine duration in December in Riesa is 3.8h.
How high is the UV index in December in Riesa?
In Riesa, Germany, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December - Riesa, Germany
Average temperature in December
Riesa, Germany
  • Average high temperature in December: 4.3°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (24.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -0.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-2.2°C).

Average pressure in December - Riesa, Germany
Average pressure in December
Riesa, Germany
  • Average pressure in December: 1016.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is October (1017.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1014.6mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Riesa, Germany
Average wind speed in December
Riesa, Germany
  • Average wind speed in December: 16.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (16.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.5km/h).

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (68%).

Average rainfall in December - Riesa, Germany
Average rainfall in December
Riesa, Germany
  • Average rainfall in December: 38mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (49mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (17mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Riesa, Germany
Average rainfall days in December
Riesa, Germany
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9 days).

Average snowfall in December - Riesa, Germany
Average snowfall in December
Riesa, Germany
  • Average snowfall in December: 57mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (92mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Riesa, Germany
Average snowfall days in December
Riesa, Germany
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Riesa, Germany
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Riesa, 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 month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December - Riesa, Germany
Average sunshine days in December
Riesa, Germany
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.6 days).

Average UV index in December - Riesa, Germany
Average UV index in December
Riesa, 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 - Riesa, Germany
Average cloud cover in December
Riesa, Germany
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December - Riesa, Germany
Average visibility in December
Riesa, Germany
  • Average visibility in December: 8km

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

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