December weather forecastSonsbeck, Germany

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Sonsbeck, Germany, with an average temperature varying between 5.9°C (42.6°F) and 2.4°C (36.3°F).

Temperature

December's arrival coincides with a soft drop in the average high-temperature, subtly decreasing from November's chilly 9.3°C (48.7°F) to a cold 5.9°C (42.6°F). Sonsbeck's December nights experience a subtle temperature dip to an average of 2.4°C (36.3°F).

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

Rainfall

In Sonsbeck, in December, it is raining for 14.6 days, with typically 45mm (1.77") of accumulated precipitation. In Sonsbeck, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.9 days and collects up to 457mm (17.99") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Sonsbeck. In December, in Sonsbeck, it is snowing for 3.2 days. Throughout December, 18mm (0.71") of snow is accumulated. In Sonsbeck, Germany, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.3 days and aggregates up to 82mm (3.23") of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Sonsbeck is December, with an average of 7h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Sonsbeck, sunrise is at 08:18 and sunset at 16:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:40 and sunset at 16:34 CET.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Sonsbeck, Germany.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Sonsbeck are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

The high-temperature, in December, in Sonsbeck, records 5.9°C (42.6°F), while the low-temperature is 2.4°C (36.3°F).

With an average relative humidity of 88%, December is the most humid month in Sonsbeck, Germany.

In Sonsbeck, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

In Sonsbeck, in December, during 14.6 rainfall days, 45mm (1.77") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Sonsbeck, in December, snow falls for 3.2 days, with typically accumulated 18mm (0.71") of snow.

With an average of 7h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Sonsbeck.

The average day length in December in Sonsbeck, Germany, is 7h and 55min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:18 and sunset at 16:28. On the last day of the month, in Sonsbeck, Germany, sunrise is at 08:40 and sunset at 16:34 CET.

December has the least sunshine of the year in Sonsbeck, Germany, with an average of 3.6h of sunshine.

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.6h.

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

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

  • Average high temperature in December: 5.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (23°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 2.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.1°C).

Average pressure in December
Sonsbeck, Germany

  • Average pressure in December: 1015.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.5mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Sonsbeck, Germany

  • Average wind speed in December: 17.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (17.6km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (11.5km/h).

Average humidity in December
Sonsbeck, Germany

  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Sonsbeck, Germany

  • Average rainfall in December: 45mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (50mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (24mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Sonsbeck, Germany

  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (12.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sonsbeck, Germany

  • Average snowfall in December: 18mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (31mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Sonsbeck, Germany

  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.7 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
Sonsbeck, Germany

  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 54min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 36min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sonsbeck, Germany

  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Sonsbeck, 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
Sonsbeck, Germany

  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in December
Sonsbeck, Germany

  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (8km).