December weather forecast
Edam, Netherlands

December

Weather in December

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

Temperature

Edam signifies an average high-temperature of a still chilly 6.9°C (44.4°F) in December, closely mirroring the 9.8°C (49.6°F) of November. Edam registers a small shift from peak daytime temperatures, with a consistent average low-temperature of 4.6°C (40.3°F) during December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

Rainfall

In Edam, in December, during 15.1 rainfall days, 25mm (0.98") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Edam, Netherlands, there are 160.4 rainfall days, and 266mm (10.47") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 2 snowfall days, it receives 6mm (0.24") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 10.3 snowfall days, and 26mm (1.02") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Edam, with an average of 7h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 08:28 and sunset at 16:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:50 and sunset at 16:35 CET.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.6h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Edam are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Edam?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Edam, Netherlands, during December are 6.9°C (44.4°F) and 4.6°C (40.3°F) respectively.
What are the most humid months in Edam?
The months with the highest humidity in Edam, Netherlands, are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%.
What is the average humidity in December in Edam?
The average relative humidity in December in Edam is 84%.
How many days does it rain in December in Edam?
In Edam, 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 Edam?
December is the first month it typically snows in Edam. Throughout December, in the average 2 snowfall days, it receives 6mm (0.24") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days in Edam?
The month with the shortest days in Edam is December, with an average of 7h and 48min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Edam have in December?
The average day length in December in Edam, Netherlands, is 7h and 46min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Edam?
On the first day of December in Edam, sunrise is at 08:28 and sunset at 16:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:50 and sunset at 16:35 CET.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Edam?
With an average of 3.6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Edam.
How long on average sun shines in December in Edam?
In December, the average sunshine duration in Edam, Netherlands, is 3.6h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Edam?
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.
What is the UV index reading in December in Edam?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Edam, Netherlands, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December - Edam, Netherlands
Average temperature in December
Edam, 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 - Edam, Netherlands
Average pressure in December
Edam, 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 - Edam, Netherlands
Average wind speed in December
Edam, 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 - Edam, Netherlands
Average humidity in December
Edam, 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 - Edam, Netherlands
Average rainfall in December
Edam, 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 - Edam, Netherlands
Average rainfall days in December
Edam, 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 - Edam, Netherlands
Average snowfall in December
Edam, 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 - Edam, Netherlands
Average snowfall days in December
Edam, 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 - Edam, Netherlands
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Edam, 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: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December - Edam, Netherlands
Average sunshine days in December
Edam, 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 - Edam, Netherlands
Average UV index in December
Edam, 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 - Edam, Netherlands
Average cloud cover in December
Edam, 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 - Edam, Netherlands
Average visibility in December
Edam, 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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