December weather forecast
Enschede, Netherlands

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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

How cold is December in Enschede?

Enschede in December has an average high-temperature of 5.3°C (41.5°F) and an average low-temperature of 2°C (35.6°F).

What is the most humid month in Enschede?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Enschede?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Enschede?

In Enschede, in December, during 14.5 rainfall days, 38mm (1.5") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Enschede?

The months with the most snowfall in Enschede, Netherlands, are February and December, with an average 18mm (0.71") of accumulated snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Enschede?

In Enschede, in December, during 2.4 snowfall days, 18mm (0.71") of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Enschede?

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

How many hours of daylight does Enschede have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Enschede?

On the first day of December, 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.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Enschede?

With an average of 3.3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Enschede have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Enschede, Netherlands, is 3.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Enschede?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Enschede?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Enschede, Netherlands

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).

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Average pressure in December
Enschede, Netherlands

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).

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Average wind speed in December
Enschede, Netherlands

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).

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Average humidity in December
Enschede, Netherlands

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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Enschede, Netherlands

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).

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Average rainfall days in December
Enschede, Netherlands

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).

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Average snowfall in December
Enschede, Netherlands

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).

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Average snowfall days in December
Enschede, Netherlands

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).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Enschede, 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 2min

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Enschede, Netherlands

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).

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Average UV index in December
Enschede, Netherlands

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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Enschede, Netherlands

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).

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Average visibility in December
Enschede, Netherlands

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).

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