December weather forecast
Amersfoort, Netherlands

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Weather in December

Signing off the year, December welcomes the cold and harsh reality of winter in Amersfoort, accompanied by the largest rainfall level reaching a maximum of 45mm (1.77"). Short daylight hours and lower temperatures paint the city with frosty hues. Despite the cold, festive cheer and warmth of holiday season fill the streets. Shortened days and frigid nights mark the cityscape, delineating the beginning of winter. Embrace the brisk temperatures, as December unfolds, soaking the city into the spirit of the season.

Temperature

The onset of December in Amersfoort entails a subtle temperature shift, as the average high-temperature eases from a frosty 9.5°C (49.1°F) in November to a still chilly 6.3°C (43.3°F). Amersfoort, during December nights, observes a steady temperature, averaging at an icy 2.9°C (37.2°F).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 16.4 days and typically aggregates up to 45mm (1.77") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Amersfoort, in December, during 2.6 snowfall days, 19mm (0.75") of snow is typically accumulated. In Amersfoort, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.4 days and aggregates up to 71mm (2.8") of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 7h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Amersfoort.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 08:25 and sunset at 16:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:47 and sunset at 16:36 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Amersfoort in December?

Amersfoort in December has an average high-temperature of 6.3°C (43.3°F) and an average low-temperature of 2.9°C (37.2°F).

What is the most humid month in Amersfoort?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Amersfoort?

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

What is the rainiest month in Amersfoort?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16.4 days and accumulates 45mm (1.77") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Amersfoort in December?

In Amersfoort, during December, the rain falls for 16.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 45mm (1.77") of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Amersfoort in December?

In Amersfoort, in December, during 2.6 snowfall days, 19mm (0.75") of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Amersfoort?

The month with the shortest days in Amersfoort is December, with an average of 7h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Amersfoort?

The average day length in December in Amersfoort is 7h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Amersfoort?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:25 and sunset at 16:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:47 and sunset at 16:36 CET.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Amersfoort?

The month with the least sunshine in Amersfoort, Netherlands, is December, with an average of 3.6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Amersfoort?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Amersfoort is 3.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Amersfoort?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Amersfoort?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Amersfoort is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Amersfoort, Netherlands

Average temperature in December - Amersfoort, Netherlands
  • Average high temperature in December: 6.3°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (22.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 2.9°C

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

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Average pressure in December
Amersfoort, Netherlands

Average pressure in December - Amersfoort, Netherlands
  • Average pressure in December: 1014.6mbar

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

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Average wind speed in December
Amersfoort, Netherlands

Average wind speed in December - Amersfoort, Netherlands
  • Average wind speed in December: 18.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (18.2km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (12km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Amersfoort, Netherlands

Average humidity in December - Amersfoort, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Amersfoort, Netherlands

Average rainfall in December - Amersfoort, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall in December: 45mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (45mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (22mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Amersfoort, Netherlands

Average rainfall days in December - Amersfoort, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall days in December: 16.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (12 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Amersfoort, Netherlands

Average snowfall in December - Amersfoort, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall in December: 19mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (29mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Amersfoort, Netherlands

Average snowfall days in December - Amersfoort, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Amersfoort, Netherlands

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Amersfoort, Netherlands
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Amersfoort, Netherlands

Average sunshine days in December - Amersfoort, Netherlands
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Amersfoort, Netherlands

Average UV index in December - Amersfoort, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Amersfoort, Netherlands

Average cloud cover in December - Amersfoort, Netherlands
  • 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 41).

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Average visibility in December
Amersfoort, Netherlands

Average visibility in December - Amersfoort, 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).

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