December weather forecastArcen, Netherlands

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Arcen, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 2.4°C (36.3°F) and 6°C (42.8°F).

Temperature

In December, the meteorological conditions change slightly, with the average high-temperature moving from 9.5°C (49.1°F) in November to a still frosty 6°C (42.8°F). Nights in December exhibit a minor reduction to an average low temperature of 2.4°C (36.3°F).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, in Arcen, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout December, 20mm (0.79") of precipitation is accumulated. In Arcen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.7 days and collects up to 200mm (7.87") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Arcen, during December, snow falls for 3.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 11mm (0.43") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 13.2 snowfall days, and 49mm (1.93") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Arcen is December, with an average of 7h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Arcen, sunrise is at 08:19 and sunset at 16:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:40 and sunset at 16:36 CET.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

In Arcen, in December, the average high-temperature is 6°C (42.8°F), and the average low-temperature is 2.4°C (36.3°F).

The most humid month in Arcen is December, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

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

In Arcen, Netherlands, in December, during 12 rainfall days, 20mm (0.79") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In December, in Arcen, it is snowing for 3.2 days. Throughout December, 11mm (0.43") of snow is accumulated.

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

In Arcen, Netherlands, the average day length in December is 7h and 56min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:19 and sunset at 16:29. On the last day of the month, in Arcen, Netherlands, sunrise is at 08:40 and sunset at 16:36 CET.

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in December in Arcen is 3.8h.

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

In Arcen, Netherlands, the average daily maximum UV index in December 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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Average temperature in December
Arcen, Netherlands

  • Average high temperature in December: 6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (23.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 2.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1°C).

Average pressure in December
Arcen, Netherlands

  • Average pressure in December: 1016mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.7mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Arcen, Netherlands

  • Average wind speed in December: 17.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (17.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.3km/h).

Average humidity in December
Arcen, 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 (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Arcen, Netherlands

  • Average rainfall in December: 20mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (21mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (10mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Arcen, Netherlands

  • Average rainfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Arcen, Netherlands

  • Average snowfall in December: 11mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (18mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Arcen, Netherlands

  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4 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
Arcen, 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 48min

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 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Arcen, Netherlands

  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Arcen, 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
Arcen, Netherlands

  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in December
Arcen, 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).