December weather forecast
Dirkshorn, Netherlands

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Dirkshorn, Netherlands, with temperature in the range of an average low of 4.6°C (40.3°F) and an average high of 6.9°C (44.4°F).

Temperature

The weather during December records an average high-temperature of a still frosty 6.9°C (44.4°F), closely mirroring the preceding month. Dirkshorn maintains a near steady average temperature of 4.6°C (40.3°F) during the nights of December, demonstrating little drop from daytime highs.

Humidity

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are the most humid months in Dirkshorn.

Rainfall

In Dirkshorn, during December, the rain falls for 15.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 25mm (0.98") of precipitation. In Dirkshorn, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.4 days and collects up to 266mm (10.47") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows in Dirkshorn. Throughout December, in the average 2 snowfall days, it receives 6mm (0.24") of snow. In Dirkshorn, Netherlands, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.3 days and aggregates up to 26mm (1.02") of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 7h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:30 and sunset at 16:29. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 08:52 and sunset at 16:35 CET.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Dirkshorn.

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 radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Dirkshorn in December?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Dirkshorn during December are 6.9°C (44.4°F) and 4.6°C (40.3°F) respectively.
What is the most humid month in Dirkshorn?
January and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are most humid months in Dirkshorn.
What is the average humidity in December in Dirkshorn?
The average relative humidity in December is 84%.
How many days does it rain in December in Dirkshorn?
In Dirkshorn, Netherlands, in December, it is raining for 15.1 days, with typically 25mm (0.98") of accumulated precipitation.
When does it start to snow in Dirkshorn?
December is the first month it typically snows in Dirkshorn. Throughout December, in the average 2 snowfall days, it receives 6mm (0.24") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days in Dirkshorn?
With an average of 7h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Dirkshorn, Netherlands.
What is the average length of the day in December in Dirkshorn?
In Dirkshorn, the average day length in December is 7h and 43min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Dirkshorn?
On the first day of December in Dirkshorn, Netherlands, sunrise is at 08:30 and sunset at 16:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:52 and sunset at 16:35 CET.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Dirkshorn?
The month with the least sunshine in Dirkshorn is December, with an average of 3.6h of sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Dirkshorn have in December?
In December, the average sunshine duration in Dirkshorn, Netherlands, is 3.6h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Dirkshorn?
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.
What is the UV index reading in December in Dirkshorn?
The average daily maximum UV index in December in Dirkshorn is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Dirkshorn, Netherlands
  • Average high temperature in December: 6.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (20.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 4.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (2.5°C).

Average pressure in December
Dirkshorn, Netherlands
  • Average pressure in December: 1013.8mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are May and September (1016.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Dirkshorn, Netherlands
  • Average wind speed in December: 24.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (24.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (15.6km/h).

Average humidity in December
Dirkshorn, Netherlands
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Dirkshorn, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall in December: 25mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (37mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (8mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Dirkshorn, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall days in December: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dirkshorn, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall in December: 6mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (12mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Dirkshorn, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2 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).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Dirkshorn, Netherlands
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 4min

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dirkshorn, Netherlands
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (9.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Dirkshorn, 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
Dirkshorn, 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 39).

Average visibility in December
Dirkshorn, Netherlands
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

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

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