December weather forecastDrachten, Netherlands
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Drachten, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 3.1°C (37.6°F) and 6.4°C (43.5°F).Temperature
Drachten notes an average high-temperature of a still frosty 6.4°C (43.5°F) in December, displaying minor variation from November. Drachten's nighttime temperatures in December see a subtle dip to an average of 3.1°C (37.6°F).Humidity
The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 88%.Rainfall
In Drachten, during December, the rain falls for 18.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 50mm (1.97") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Drachten, there are 193.8 rainfall days, and 494mm (19.45") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Drachten are January through April, November and December. In December, in Drachten, it is snowing for 3.2 days. Throughout December, 16mm (0.63") of snow is accumulated. In Drachten, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.8 days and aggregates up to 72mm (2.83") of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 7h and 42min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 08:27 and sunset at 16:22. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:49 and sunset at 16:28 CET.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 3.3h 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 Drachten, Netherlands. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Drachten, Netherlands
- Average high temperature in December: 6.4°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (21.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.8°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 3.1°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (1.3°C).
Average pressure in December
Drachten, Netherlands
- Average pressure in December: 1013.3mbar
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are May and September (1016.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.9mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Drachten, Netherlands
- Average wind speed in December: 21.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (21.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (14.3km/h).
Average humidity in December
Drachten, 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 (78%).
Average rainfall in December
Drachten, Netherlands
- Average rainfall in December: 50mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (52mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (26mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Drachten, Netherlands
- Average rainfall days in December: 18.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (13.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Drachten, Netherlands
- Average snowfall in December: 16mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (26mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Drachten, Netherlands
- Average snowfall days in December: 3.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.8 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
Drachten, Netherlands
- Average daylight in December: 7h and 42min
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 42min).
- Average sunshine in December: 3h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
Drachten, Netherlands
- Average sunshine days in December: 8.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (8.5 days).
Average UV index in December
Drachten, 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
Drachten, Netherlands
- Average cloud cover in December: 68
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and August (Cloud cover 41).
Average visibility in December
Drachten, 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).
