December weather forecastElkenrade, Netherlands
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Elkenrade, Netherlands, with an average temperature varying between 5.7°C (42.3°F) and 1.9°C (35.4°F).Temperature
December indicates a minor shift in the average high-temperature, from November's frosty 9.5°C (49.1°F) to a wintry 5.7°C (42.3°F). Elkenrade's nighttime temperatures in December reveal a minimal variation from the daytime highs, averaging at a still cold 1.9°C (35.4°F).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity in Elkenrade are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 87%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall in Elkenrade is December, when the rain falls for 16 days and typically aggregates up to 51mm (2.01") of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Elkenrade are January through March, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 3.9 days. Throughout December, 39mm (1.54") of snow is accumulated. In Elkenrade, Netherlands, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.8 days and aggregates up to 147mm (5.79") of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Elkenrade is December, with an average of 8h and 0min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:17 and sunset at 16:33. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 08:38 and sunset at 16:40 CET.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine in Elkenrade is December, with an average of 3.7h 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Elkenrade, Netherlands
- Average high temperature in December: 5.7°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (22.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.3°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 1.9°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.4°C).
Average pressure in December
Elkenrade, Netherlands
- Average pressure in December: 1016.7mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1013.1mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Elkenrade, Netherlands
- Average wind speed in December: 17.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (17.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.1km/h).
Average humidity in December
Elkenrade, Netherlands
- Average humidity in December: 87%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).
Average rainfall in December
Elkenrade, Netherlands
- Average rainfall in December: 51mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (51mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (22mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Elkenrade, Netherlands
- Average rainfall days in December: 16 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (12.2 days).
Average snowfall in December
Elkenrade, Netherlands
- Average snowfall in December: 39mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (48mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Elkenrade, Netherlands
- Average snowfall days in December: 3.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.9 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
Elkenrade, Netherlands
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in December: 3h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
Elkenrade, Netherlands
- Average sunshine days in December: 10.3 days
The months with the most sunshine days are September and October (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Elkenrade, Netherlands
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and 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
Elkenrade, Netherlands
- Average cloud cover in December: 63
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).
Average visibility in December
Elkenrade, Netherlands
- Average visibility in December: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and December (8km).
