December weather forecastGassel, Netherlands

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Gassel, Netherlands, with an average temperature ranging between max 5.9°C (42.6°F) and min 2.5°C (36.5°F).

Temperature

As November makes way for December, Gassel's average high-temperature eases from a chilly 9.3°C (48.7°F) to an icy 5.9°C (42.6°F). Throughout December, Gassel reports a steady low-temperature average of 2.5°C (36.5°F), slightly lower than its daytime counterpart.

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

Rainfall

In Gassel, during December, the rain falls for 16.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 49mm (1.93") of precipitation. In Gassel, during the entire year, the rain falls for 193 days and collects up to 512mm (20.16") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Gassel, in December, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 23mm (0.91") of snow. Throughout the year, in Gassel, there are 11.1 snowfall days, and 80mm (3.15") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 7h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:21 and sunset at 16:30. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 08:43 and sunset at 16:36 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, 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 radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

In Gassel, in December, the average high-temperature is 5.9°C (42.6°F), and the average low-temperature is 2.5°C (36.5°F).

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.

In Gassel, during December, the rain falls for 16.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 49mm (1.93") of precipitation.

In December, it is snowing for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 23mm (0.91") of snow is accumulated.

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 7h and 54min of daylight.

In Gassel, the average day length in December is 7h and 53min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 08:21 and sunset at 16:30. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:43 and sunset at 16:36 CET.

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

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.5h.

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

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

  • Average high temperature in December: 5.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (22.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 2.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.2°C).

Average pressure in December
Gassel, Netherlands

  • Average pressure in December: 1015.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.2mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Gassel, Netherlands

  • Average wind speed in December: 17.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (17.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.4km/h).

Average humidity in December
Gassel, Netherlands

  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Gassel, Netherlands

  • Average rainfall in December: 49mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (59mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (24mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Gassel, Netherlands

  • Average rainfall days in December: 16.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gassel, Netherlands

  • Average snowfall in December: 23mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (33mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Gassel, Netherlands

  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (3.5 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
Gassel, Netherlands

  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 54min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 30min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gassel, Netherlands

  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Gassel, 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
Gassel, Netherlands

  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in December
Gassel, Netherlands

  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (8km).