Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
Essen records a mild change in average high-temperature during December, easing from 9.1°C (48.4°F) in November to a still chilly 6.1°C (43°F). December is characterized by a steady nighttime low-temperature of 2.5°C (36.5°F).Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 89%, December is the most humid month in Essen, Netherlands.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 12.4 days. Throughout December, 19mm (0.75") of precipitation is accumulated. In Essen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.2 days and collects up to 217mm (8.54") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Essen. In Essen, Netherlands, in December, during 2.5 snowfall days, 9mm (0.35") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Essen, there are 9.4 snowfall days, and 41mm (1.61") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Essen, with an average of 7h and 48min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:24 and sunset at 16:28. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 08:45 and sunset at 16:34 CET.
Sunshine
December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.6h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Essen, Netherlands, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Frequently asked questions
How cold does it get in Essen in December?
What is the most humid month in Essen?
What is the average humidity in December in Essen?
How much does it rain in Essen in December?
How much does it snow in Essen in December?
What is the month with the shortest days in Essen?
How many hours of daylight does Essen have in December?
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Essen?
What is the month with the least sunshine in Essen?
How many hours of sunshine does Essen have in December?
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Essen?
What is the UV index reading in December in Essen?
Average temperature in December
Essen, Netherlands
- Average high temperature in December: 6.1°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (22.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.6°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 2.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.9°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (1.3°C).
Average pressure in December
Essen, 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 (1011.7mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Essen, Netherlands
- Average wind speed in December: 18.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (18.2km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (12km/h).
Average humidity in December
Essen, 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
Essen, Netherlands
- Average rainfall in December: 19mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (26mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (10mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Essen, Netherlands
- Average rainfall days in December: 12.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9 days).
Average snowfall in December
Essen, Netherlands
- Average snowfall in December: 9mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (18mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Essen, Netherlands
- Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3 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
Essen, 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 4min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
Essen, Netherlands
- Average sunshine days in December: 13.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is April (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.2 days).
Average UV index in December
Essen, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Essen, 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
Essen, 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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