December weather forecastRitzerau, Germany
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Ritzerau, Germany, with an average temperature ranging between min 1°C (33.8°F) and max 4.3°C (39.7°F).Temperature
December's onset corresponds with a subtle shift in the average high-temperature, slightly moving from a chilly 7.7°C (45.9°F) in November to an icy 4.3°C (39.7°F). In Ritzerau, the month of December brings a consistent average low-temperature of 1°C (33.8°F), slightly cooler than its daytime highs.Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 90%, December is the most humid month.Rainfall
In Ritzerau, in December, it is raining for 15.6 days, with typically 35mm (1.38") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 167.7 rainfall days, and 403mm (15.87") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. The month with the most snowfall in Ritzerau is December, when snow falls for 4 days and typically aggregates up to 25mm (0.98") of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 7h and 30min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 08:12 and sunset at 16:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:34 and sunset at 16:07 CET.
Sunshine
December has the least sunshine of the year in Ritzerau, with an average of 3.2h of sunshine.UV index
In Ritzerau, Germany, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Ritzerau, Germany
- Average high temperature in December: 4.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (22.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.6°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 1°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-0.8°C).
Average pressure in December
Ritzerau, Germany
- Average pressure in December: 1013.1mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1016.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.9mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Ritzerau, Germany
- Average wind speed in December: 18.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (18.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (12.8km/h).
Average humidity in December
Ritzerau, Germany
- Average humidity in December: 90%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).
Average rainfall in December
Ritzerau, Germany
- Average rainfall in December: 35mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (47mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (19mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Ritzerau, Germany
- Average rainfall days in December: 15.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Ritzerau, Germany
- Average snowfall in December: 25mm
The month with the highest snowfall is December (25mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Ritzerau, Germany
- Average snowfall days in December: 4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.4 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
Ritzerau, Germany
- Average daylight in December: 7h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in December: 3h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in December
Ritzerau, Germany
- Average sunshine days in December: 10.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is April (15.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (10.1 days).
Average UV index in December
Ritzerau, 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 January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Ritzerau, 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 38).
Average visibility in December
Ritzerau, Germany
- Average visibility in December: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and November (8km).
