December weather forecastRostock, Germany

December

Weather in December

December ushers in the winter season in Rostock, Germany, replacing the autumn foliage with a white blanket of snow. The city embraces the first chills of winter, with temperatures plunging significantly and daylight hours becoming noticeably shorter. The advent of winters witnesses a resurgence of snowfall, with 36mm (1.42") of snow covering the city’s landscape. Moving into the new year, the winter season continues in full swing, keeping Rostock under its chilly charm.

Temperature

A subtle shift in Rostock's weather is observed as November turns into December, with the average high temperature reducing from a chilly 8.1°C (46.6°F) to an icy 4.4°C (39.9°F). Rostock sees a minor drop to an average minimum temperature of 1.2°C (34.2°F) during the night in the month of December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Rostock are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

Rainfall

In Rostock, in December, during 16.4 rainfall days, 43mm (1.69") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Rostock, there are 180.9 rainfall days, and 459mm (18.07") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Rostock are January through April, November and December. In December, in Rostock, it is snowing for 6.1 days. Throughout December, 36mm (1.42") of snow is accumulated. In Rostock, during the entire year, snow falls for 27 days and aggregates up to 161mm (6.34") of snow.

Sea temperature

In December, the average sea temperature is 5.6°C (42.1°F).
Note: You can swim in 5.6°C (42.1°F) below 10°C (50°F) with proper thermal wear; failing that, the cold shock and respiratory challenges are nearly certain. A short span at 13°C (55.4°F) without it is tough.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 7h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:08 and sunset at 15:53. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 08:30 and sunset at 15:58 CET.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 3.1h of sunshine.

UV index

In Rostock, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

During December, Rostock experiences an average high-temperature of 4.4°C (39.9°F) and a low-temperature of 1.2°C (34.2°F).

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 88%, are most humid months.

In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.

In Rostock, Germany, in December, during 16.4 rainfall days, 43mm (1.69") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Rostock, Germany, during December, snow falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 36mm (1.42") of snow.

In December, the average sea temperature in Rostock is 5.6°C (42.1°F). Swimming in 5.6°C (42.1°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

With an average of 7h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Rostock, Germany.

In Rostock, Germany, the average day length in December is 7h and 28min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:08 and sunset at 15:53. On the last day of the month, in Rostock, sunrise is at 08:30 and sunset at 15:58 CET.

December has the least sunshine of the year in Rostock, Germany, with an average of 3.1h of sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in December in Rostock is 3.1h.

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Rostock, Germany

  • Average high temperature in December: 4.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (21.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 1.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-0.8°C).

Average pressure in December
Rostock, Germany

  • Average pressure in December: 1013mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1016.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.1mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Rostock, Germany

  • Average wind speed in December: 21.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (21.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (14.7km/h).

Average humidity in December
Rostock, Germany

  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Rostock, Germany

  • Average rainfall in December: 43mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (56mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (18mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Rostock, Germany

  • Average rainfall days in December: 16.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rostock, Germany

  • Average snowfall in December: 36mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (45mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Rostock, Germany

  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Rostock, Germany

  • Average sea temperature in December: 5.6°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (17.9°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January and February (2.8°C).

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

  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 30min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rostock, Germany

  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (7.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Rostock, 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
Rostock, Germany

  • Average cloud cover in December: 70

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Rostock, Germany

  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are April, June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, October, November and December (9km).