December weather forecast
Espel, Netherlands

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Espel, Netherlands, with an average temperature fluctuating between 3.6°C (38.5°F) and 6.5°C (43.7°F).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a light shift in temperature, down from a chilly 9.5°C (49.1°F) in November to a still frosty 6.5°C (43.7°F). Espel welcomes an average low temperature of 3.6°C (38.5°F) in December, a gentle shift from the day's high.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 86%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout December, 24mm (0.94") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 150.2 rainfall days, and 285mm (11.22") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 1.9 snowfall days, it receives 6mm (0.24") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 8.6 snowfall days, and 28mm (1.1") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 7h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 08:27 and sunset at 16:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:49 and sunset at 16:32 CET.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?
In Espel, 6.5°C (43.7°F) is the average high-temperature and 3.6°C (38.5°F) is the average low-temperature during December.
What is the most humid month in Espel?
With an average relative humidity of 86%, December is the most humid month.
What is the average humidity in December?
In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.
How much does it rain in December?
In Espel, during December, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 24mm (0.94") of precipitation.
When does it start snowing?
December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 1.9 snowfall days, it receives 6mm (0.24") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days?
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 7h and 42min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December in Espel?
The average day length in December is 7h and 43min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Espel?
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 08:27 and sunset at 16:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:49 and sunset at 16:32 CET.
What is the month with the least sunshine?
December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Espel have in December?
In Espel, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.5h.
When is the lowest UV index?
January through March, 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 Espel, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December - Espel, Netherlands
Average temperature in December
Espel, Netherlands
  • Average high temperature in December: 6.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (21°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 3.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (1.8°C).

Average pressure in December - Espel, Netherlands
Average pressure in December
Espel, Netherlands
  • Average pressure in December: 1014mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1016.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.2mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Espel, Netherlands
Average wind speed in December
Espel, Netherlands
  • Average wind speed in December: 22.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (22.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (14.5km/h).

Average humidity in December - Espel, Netherlands
Average humidity in December
Espel, Netherlands
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in December - Espel, Netherlands
Average rainfall in December
Espel, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall in December: 24mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June, July and August (33mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (11mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Espel, Netherlands
Average rainfall days in December
Espel, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December - Espel, Netherlands
Average snowfall in December
Espel, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall in December: 6mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (11mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Espel, Netherlands
Average snowfall days in December
Espel, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.9 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 - Espel, Netherlands
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Espel, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December - Espel, Netherlands
Average sunshine days in December
Espel, Netherlands
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.4 days).

Average UV index in December - Espel, Netherlands
Average UV index in December
Espel, 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, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December - Espel, Netherlands
Average cloud cover in December
Espel, Netherlands
  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and August (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in December - Espel, Netherlands
Average visibility in December
Espel, Netherlands
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June and August (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July, September, October, November and December (9km).

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