December weather forecastEnschede, Netherlands
December
Weather in December
Come December, Enschede succumbs to the allure of winter, with temperatures dipping further to reach an average high of 5.3°C (41.5°F). Following November, this month witnesses an increase in snowfall, averaging 18mm (0.71") over 2.4 days, while the level of rainfall maintains steadiness. The reduction in daylight hours to 7.8h makes for shorter days, reinforcing the city's winter narrative. Coupled with the highest relative humidity and frequent cloud cover, December's weather in Enschede heightens the feeling of the holiday season, making the city an epitome of a winter wonderland.Temperature
With the commencement of December, Enschede records a moderate temperature decline, with the average high easing from November's frosty 8.7°C (47.7°F) to a wintry 5.3°C (41.5°F). Enschede reports an average low-temperature of 2°C (35.6°F) during the subtly cooler December nights.Humidity
The most humid month in Enschede is December, with an average relative humidity of 89%.Rainfall
In Enschede, in December, during 14.5 rainfall days, 38mm (1.5") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Enschede, Netherlands, during the entire year, the rain falls for 188.4 days and collects up to 479mm (18.86") of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Enschede are January through April, November and December. The months with the most snowfall in Enschede are February and December, with an average 18mm (0.71") of accumulated snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 7h and 48min of daylight.On the first day of December in Enschede, sunrise is at 08:19 and sunset at 16:23. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:41 and sunset at 16:29 CET.
Sunshine
December has the least sunshine of the year, 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. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Enschede, Netherlands
- Average high temperature in December: 5.3°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (22.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (3.9°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 2°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.5°C).
Average pressure in December
Enschede, Netherlands
- Average pressure in December: 1014.8mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.1mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Enschede, Netherlands
- Average wind speed in December: 18.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (18.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.1km/h).
Average humidity in December
Enschede, 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 (74%).
Average rainfall in December
Enschede, Netherlands
- Average rainfall in December: 38mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (60mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (19mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Enschede, Netherlands
- Average rainfall days in December: 14.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.2 days).
Average snowfall in December
Enschede, Netherlands
- Average snowfall in December: 18mm
The months with the highest snowfall are February and December (18mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Enschede, Netherlands
- Average snowfall days in December: 2.4 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
Enschede, 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 18min
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 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
Enschede, Netherlands
- Average sunshine days in December: 11.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.6 days).
Average UV index in December
Enschede, 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
Enschede, Netherlands
- Average cloud cover in December: 67
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 41).
Average visibility in December
Enschede, 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).
