December weather forecast
Achlum, Netherlands

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Achlum, Netherlands, with an average temperature fluctuating between 4.4°C (39.9°F) and 6.9°C (44.4°F).

Temperature

December records an average high-temperature of a still frosty 6.9°C (44.4°F), indicating a minor variation from the preceding month. December nights cool to an average low-temperature of 4.4°C (39.9°F), a marginal decrease from its daytime equivalent.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 85%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Achlum, during December, the rain falls for 18.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 38mm (1.5") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Achlum, there are 188.1 rainfall days, and 390mm (15.35") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Achlum, during December, snow falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 9mm (0.35") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 11.8 snowfall days, and 43mm (1.69") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 7h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 08:29 and sunset at 16:24. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:52 and sunset at 16:30 CET.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 3.4h of sunshine.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?
The average high-temperature, in December, in Achlum, is 6.9°C (44.4°F), while the average low-temperature is 4.4°C (39.9°F).
What is the most humid month?
The most humid month in Achlum is December, with an average relative humidity of 85%.
What is the average humidity in December?
In Achlum, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.
How much does it rain in December?
In Achlum, in December, it is raining for 18.8 days, with typically 38mm (1.5") of accumulated precipitation.
How many days does it snow in December?
In December, it is snowing for 2.3 days. Throughout December, 9mm (0.35") of snow is accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days?
With an average of 7h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
What is the average length of the day in December?
In December, the average day length is 7h and 38min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December?
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 08:29 and sunset at 16:24. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:52 and sunset at 16:30 CET.
What is the month with the least sunshine?
With an average of 3.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.
How long on average sun shines in December?
In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.4h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index?
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Achlum.
What is the UV index reading in December?
The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Achlum, Netherlands
Average temperature in December
Achlum, Netherlands
  • Average high temperature in December: 6.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (20.3°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (5.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 4.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (2.3°C).

Average pressure in December - Achlum, Netherlands
Average pressure in December
Achlum, Netherlands
  • Average pressure in December: 1013mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.7mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Achlum, Netherlands
Average wind speed in December
Achlum, Netherlands
  • Average wind speed in December: 26.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (26.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (17.2km/h).

Average humidity in December - Achlum, Netherlands
Average humidity in December
Achlum, Netherlands
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and August (79%).

Average rainfall in December - Achlum, Netherlands
Average rainfall in December
Achlum, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall in December: 38mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (46mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (16mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Achlum, Netherlands
Average rainfall days in December
Achlum, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall days in December: 18.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (11.1 days).

Average snowfall in December - Achlum, Netherlands
Average snowfall in December
Achlum, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall in December: 9mm

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (15mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Achlum, Netherlands
Average snowfall days in December
Achlum, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.1 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 - Achlum, Netherlands
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Achlum, Netherlands
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 4min

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December - Achlum, Netherlands
Average sunshine days in December
Achlum, Netherlands
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (7.1 days).

Average UV index in December - Achlum, Netherlands
Average UV index in December
Achlum, Netherlands
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December - Achlum, Netherlands
Average cloud cover in December
Achlum, Netherlands
  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in December - Achlum, Netherlands
Average visibility in December
Achlum, Netherlands
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

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

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