December weather forecastAchterdijk, Netherlands

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Achterdijk, Netherlands, with an average temperature varying between 2.5°C (36.5°F) and 6.3°C (43.3°F).

Temperature

December reveals a small adjustment in temperature, transitioning from an average high of a frosty 9.5°C (49.1°F) in November to a still chilly 6.3°C (43.3°F). During December, Achterdijk's nights hold steady with an average temperature of 2.5°C (36.5°F), barely dropping from the daytime highs.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.9 days. Throughout December, 20mm (0.79") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Achterdijk, there are 133.9 rainfall days, and 229mm (9.02") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Achterdijk, during December, snow falls for 2 days and regularly aggregates up to 8mm (0.31") of snow. Throughout the year, in Achterdijk, there are 8.7 snowfall days, and 49mm (1.93") 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 the month, sunrise is at 08:25 and sunset at 16:32. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 08:47 and sunset at 16:38 CET.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Achterdijk. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Updated: Jan 26, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

In Achterdijk, in December, the average high-temperature is 6.3°C (43.3°F), and the average low-temperature is 2.5°C (36.5°F).

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

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

In Achterdijk, in December, it is raining for 11.9 days, with typically 20mm (0.79") of accumulated precipitation.

In Achterdijk, in December, snow falls for 2 days, with typically accumulated 8mm (0.31") of snow.

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

In Achterdijk, the average day length in December is 7h and 52min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:25 and sunset at 16:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:47 and sunset at 16:38 CET.

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 3.2h of sunshine.

In Achterdijk, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.2h.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Achterdijk, Netherlands, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

9.5°C

6.3°C

5.2°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

16.1km/h

18.5km/h

17.9km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

17.4

14.5

16.1

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Achterdijk, Netherlands

Average high temperature in December: 6.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (22.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.2°C).

Average low temperature in December: 2.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (1.4°C).

Average pressure in December
Achterdijk, Netherlands

Average pressure in December: 1014.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1016.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.6mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Achterdijk, Netherlands

Average wind speed in December: 17.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (17.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.7km/h).

Average humidity in December
Achterdijk, Netherlands

Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Achterdijk, Netherlands

Average rainfall in December: 20mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and July (25mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (11mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Achterdijk, Netherlands

Average rainfall days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Achterdijk, Netherlands

Average snowfall in December: 8mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (26mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Achterdijk, Netherlands

Average snowfall days in December: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3 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
Achterdijk, Netherlands

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 12min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Achterdijk, Netherlands

Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Achterdijk, Netherlands

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
Achterdijk, Netherlands

Average cloud cover in December: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and August (Cloud cover 43).

Average visibility in December
Achterdijk, Netherlands

Average visibility in December: 9km

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