December weather forecastEmpe, Netherlands

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Empe, Netherlands, with an average temperature ranging between max 5.6°C (42.1°F) and min 2.4°C (36.3°F).

Temperature

Empe records a mild change in average high-temperature during December, easing from a chilly 8.9°C (48°F) in November to a wintry 5.6°C (42.1°F). During the nights of December, Empe maintains an almost steady temperature with an average low of 2.4°C (36.3°F).

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

Rainfall

In December, in Empe, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout December, 15mm (0.59") of precipitation is accumulated. In Empe, during the entire year, the rain falls for 131.6 days and collects up to 193mm (7.6") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Empe, during December, snow falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 7mm (0.28") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 10.5 snowfall days, and 25mm (0.98") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 7h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 08:22 and sunset at 16:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:44 and sunset at 16:33 CET.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Empe are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

During December, Empe experiences an average high-temperature of 5.6°C (42.1°F) and a low-temperature of 2.4°C (36.3°F).

The most humid month in Empe, Netherlands, is December, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

The average relative humidity in December in Empe, Netherlands, is 89%.

In Empe, Netherlands, during December, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 15mm (0.59") of precipitation.

In Empe, Netherlands, in December, snow falls for 2.5 days, with typically accumulated 7mm (0.28") of snow.

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 7h and 48min of daylight.

In Empe, Netherlands, the average day length in December is 7h and 49min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:22 and sunset at 16:26. On the last day of the month, in Empe, Netherlands, sunrise is at 08:44 and sunset at 16:33 CET.

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

In Empe, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.6h.

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

In Empe, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Empe, Netherlands

  • Average high temperature in December: 5.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (22.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 2.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.7°C).

Average pressure in December
Empe, Netherlands

  • Average pressure in December: 1014.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.8mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Empe, Netherlands

  • Average wind speed in December: 18.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (18.1km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (11.9km/h).

Average humidity in December
Empe, Netherlands

  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Empe, Netherlands

  • Average rainfall in December: 15mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (24mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (11mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Empe, Netherlands

  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Empe, Netherlands

  • Average snowfall in December: 7mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (9mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Empe, Netherlands

  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.7 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
Empe, Netherlands

  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 48min

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 36min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Empe, Netherlands

  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Empe, 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
Empe, Netherlands

  • Average cloud cover in December: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in December
Empe, Netherlands

  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (8km).