December weather forecast
Enkhuizen, Netherlands

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Weather in December

December marks the outset of winter in Enkhuizen. The brief daylight of 7.7 hours and significantly lower temperatures underpin the seasonal change. The snowfall, albeit minimal, enhances the quintessential winter aura. Although the days are cold, people cordially engage in seasonal festivities, making the most of the winter days. Adorned with festive décor, the city during December reels under the delightful embrace of the cold festive season.

Temperature

Enkhuizen's shift into December is marked by a subtle change to a still chilly 6.9°C (44.4°F) from November's 9.8°C (49.6°F) in temperature. Nighttime in Enkhuizen, during December, brings an average low of 4.6°C (40.3°F), a modest reduction from the day's peak.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Enkhuizen, in December, during 15.1 rainfall days, 25mm (0.98") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Enkhuizen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.4 days and collects up to 266mm (10.47") of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Sea temperature

In December, the average sea temperature in Enkhuizen is 9.3°C (48.7°F).
Note: With the appropriate swimsuit, one can swim in 9.3°C (48.7°F) even if temperatures dip below 10°C (50°F); otherwise, be ready for cold shock and breath issues. A fleeting swim around 13°C (55.4°F) is distressing.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 7h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Enkhuizen, sunrise is at 08:28 and sunset at 16:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:50 and sunset at 16:33 CET.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Enkhuizen are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Enkhuizen?

Enkhuizen in December has an average high-temperature of 6.9°C (44.4°F) and an average low-temperature of 4.6°C (40.3°F).

What is the most humid month in Enkhuizen?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Enkhuizen?

In Enkhuizen, Netherlands, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How much does it rain in Enkhuizen in December?

In Enkhuizen, Netherlands, in December, it is raining for 15.1 days, with typically 25mm (0.98") of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Enkhuizen?

December is the first month it typically snows in Enkhuizen. Throughout December, in the average 2 snowfall days, it receives 6mm (0.24") of snow.

What is the water temperature in December in Enkhuizen?

In Enkhuizen, Netherlands, the average seawater temperature in December is 9.3°C (48.7°F). Swimming in 9.3°C (48.7°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

What is the month with the shortest days in Enkhuizen?

The month with the shortest days in Enkhuizen is December, with an average of 7h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Enkhuizen?

In Enkhuizen, Netherlands, the average day length in December is 7h and 43min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Enkhuizen?

On the first day of December in Enkhuizen, Netherlands, sunrise is at 08:28 and sunset at 16:27. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:50 and sunset at 16:33 CET.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Enkhuizen?

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

How many hours of sunshine does Enkhuizen have in December?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Enkhuizen?

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 intensity in December in Enkhuizen?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Enkhuizen is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Enkhuizen, Netherlands

Average temperature in December - Enkhuizen, 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).

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Average pressure in December
Enkhuizen, Netherlands

Average pressure in December - Enkhuizen, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Enkhuizen, Netherlands

Average wind speed in December - Enkhuizen, 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).

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Average humidity in December
Enkhuizen, Netherlands

Average humidity in December - Enkhuizen, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Enkhuizen, Netherlands

Average rainfall in December - Enkhuizen, 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).

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Average rainfall days in December
Enkhuizen, Netherlands

Average rainfall days in December - Enkhuizen, 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).

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Average snowfall in December
Enkhuizen, Netherlands

Average snowfall in December - Enkhuizen, 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).

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Average snowfall days in December
Enkhuizen, Netherlands

Average snowfall days in December - Enkhuizen, 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).

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Average sea temperature in December
Enkhuizen, Netherlands

Average sea temperature in December - Enkhuizen, Netherlands
  • Average sea temperature in December: 9.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (18°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (6.3°C).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Enkhuizen, Netherlands

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Enkhuizen, 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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Enkhuizen, Netherlands

Average sunshine days in December - Enkhuizen, 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).

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Average UV index in December
Enkhuizen, Netherlands

Average UV index in December - Enkhuizen, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Enkhuizen, Netherlands

Average cloud cover in December - Enkhuizen, 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).

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Average visibility in December
Enkhuizen, Netherlands

Average visibility in December - Enkhuizen, 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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