December weather forecastXanten, Germany
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Xanten, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 5.8°C (42.4°F) and an average low of 2.3°C (36.1°F).Temperature
The start of December involves a subtle temperature drop, shifting from a frosty 9.3°C (48.7°F) in November to a wintry 5.8°C (42.4°F). Nighttime readings in Xanten during December register a minimal drop from daytime highs, averaging at a still icy 2.3°C (36.1°F).Humidity
December is the most humid month in Xanten, Germany, with an average relative humidity of 88%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall in Xanten is December, when the rain falls for 17 days and typically aggregates up to 57mm (2.24") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Xanten, Germany. In Xanten, in December, during 3.5 snowfall days, 25mm (0.98") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Xanten, there are 16 snowfall days, and 96mm (3.78") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 7h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December in Xanten, Germany, sunrise is at 08:18 and sunset at 16:27. 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.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Xanten, Germany
- Average high temperature in December: 5.8°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (23.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.5°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 2.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.8°C).
Average pressure in December
Xanten, 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 (1012.6mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Xanten, Germany
- Average wind speed in December: 17.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (17.2km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (11.3km/h).
Average humidity in December
Xanten, Germany
- Average humidity in December: 88%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (73%).
Average rainfall in December
Xanten, Germany
- Average rainfall in December: 57mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (57mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (25mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Xanten, Germany
- Average rainfall days in December: 17 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (13.1 days).
Average snowfall in December
Xanten, Germany
- Average snowfall in December: 25mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (35mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Xanten, Germany
- Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.2 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
Xanten, 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 month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
Xanten, Germany
- Average sunshine days in December: 9.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is April (14.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and December (9.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Xanten, 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
Xanten, Germany
- Average cloud cover in December: 65
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).
Average visibility in December
Xanten, Germany
- Average visibility in December: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is December (8km).
