December weather forecastWismar, Germany

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Wismar, Germany, with temperature in the range of an average low of 1.2°C (34.2°F) and an average high of 4.3°C (39.7°F).

Temperature

The transition into December involves a small decrease in the average high-temperature, dipping slightly from a chilly 8°C (46.4°F) in November to a wintry 4.3°C (39.7°F). Nighttime temperature sees a small decrement from daytime highs, dipping to an average of 1.2°C (34.2°F) during December.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 89%, December is the most humid month in Wismar.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 15.2 days. Throughout December, 37mm (1.46") of precipitation is accumulated. In Wismar, during the entire year, the rain falls for 170.9 days and collects up to 453mm (17.83") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Wismar, during December, snow falls for 4.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 27mm (1.06") of snow. In Wismar, during the entire year, snow falls for 23 days and aggregates up to 134mm (5.28") of snow.

Sea temperature

In Wismar, the average seawater temperature in December is 5.7°C (42.3°F).
Note: Staying in 5.7°C (42.3°F) waters for just a few moments at 13°C (55.4°F) can be harrowing, and below 10°C (50°F) poses breathing and cold shock risks, depending on individual tolerance.

Daylight

With an average of 7h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Wismar.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:09 and sunset at 15:56. On the last day of December, in Wismar, Germany, sunrise is at 08:32 and sunset at 16:02 CET.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.2h of sunshine.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Wismar, Germany, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in December, in Wismar, is 4.3°C (39.7°F) and the average low-temperature is 1.2°C (34.2°F).

The most humid month in Wismar is December, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

In December, the average relative humidity in Wismar is 89%.

In Wismar, Germany, in December, during 15.2 rainfall days, 37mm (1.46") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Wismar, Germany, in December, snow falls for 4.7 days, with typically accumulated 27mm (1.06") of snow.

In Wismar, the average seawater temperature in December is 5.7°C (42.3°F). Swimming in 5.7°C (42.3°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

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

In Wismar, Germany, the average day length in December is 7h and 31min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:09 and sunset at 15:56. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:32 and sunset at 16:02 CET.

With an average of 3.2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Wismar.

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.2h.

In Wismar, Germany, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Wismar, Germany

  • Average high temperature in December: 4.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (22°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 1.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-0.7°C).

Average pressure in December
Wismar, 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 (1012.1mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Wismar, Germany

  • Average wind speed in December: 21.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (21.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (14.6km/h).

Average humidity in December
Wismar, Germany

  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Wismar, Germany

  • Average rainfall in December: 37mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (57mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (20mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Wismar, Germany

  • Average rainfall days in December: 15.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Wismar, Germany

  • Average snowfall in December: 27mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (39mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Wismar, Germany

  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Wismar, Germany

  • Average sea temperature in December: 5.7°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (18.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is January (2.8°C).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Wismar, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Wismar, Germany

  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Wismar, Germany

  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Wismar, 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 37).

Average visibility in December
Wismar, Germany

  • Average visibility in December: 9km

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