December weather forecastRiesweiler, Germany

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Riesweiler, Germany, with an average temperature ranging between min 0.1°C (32.2°F) and max 4.3°C (39.7°F).

Temperature

With December's onset, the weather reveals a slight temperature decrease, transitioning from a chilly 7.5°C (45.5°F) in November to an icy 4.3°C (39.7°F). Registering an almost steady temperature, Riesweiler's nights in December see an average low of 0.1°C (32.2°F).

Humidity

The most humid month in Riesweiler is December, with an average relative humidity of 91%.

Rainfall

In Riesweiler, in December, during 9.8 rainfall days, 31mm (1.22") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Riesweiler, there are 153.9 rainfall days, and 437mm (17.2") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Riesweiler are January through May, October through December. In Riesweiler, in December, snow falls for 6.1 days, with typically accumulated 52mm (2.05") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 26.8 snowfall days, and 196mm (7.72") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Riesweiler, Germany, sunrise is at 08:06 and sunset at 16:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:27 and sunset at 16:38 CET.

Sunshine

With an average of 3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Riesweiler, Germany.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
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. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature, in December, in Riesweiler, is 4.3°C (39.7°F), while the average low-temperature is 0.1°C (32.2°F).

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 91%.

In Riesweiler, the average relative humidity in December is 91%.

In Riesweiler, in December, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 31mm (1.22") of accumulated precipitation.

In Riesweiler, in December, during 6.1 snowfall days, 52mm (2.05") of snow is typically accumulated.

With an average of 8h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Riesweiler.

In Riesweiler, Germany, the average day length in December is 8h and 10min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 08:06 and sunset at 16:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:27 and sunset at 16:38 CET.

With an average of 3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Riesweiler.

In Riesweiler, the average sunshine duration in December is 3h.

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Riesweiler.

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Riesweiler is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Riesweiler, Germany

  • Average high temperature in December: 4.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (23.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 0.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.7°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (-1.3°C).

Average pressure in December
Riesweiler, Germany

  • Average pressure in December: 1018.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1018.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1014.4mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Riesweiler, Germany

  • Average wind speed in December: 11.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (12.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.8km/h).

Average humidity in December
Riesweiler, Germany

  • Average humidity in December: 91%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, July and August (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Riesweiler, Germany

  • Average rainfall in December: 31mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (58mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (20mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Riesweiler, Germany

  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Riesweiler, Germany

  • Average snowfall in December: 52mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (53mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Riesweiler, Germany

  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Riesweiler, Germany

  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 12min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Riesweiler, Germany

  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.4 days).

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

Average cloud cover in December
Riesweiler, Germany

  • Average cloud cover in December: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Riesweiler, Germany

  • Average visibility in December: 7km

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