December weather forecast
Gorinchem, Netherlands

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Gorinchem, Netherlands, with temperature in the range of an average low of 3.3°C (37.9°F) and an average high of 6.5°C (43.7°F).

Temperature

As November shifts into December, a minor alteration in temperatures is observed, with average highs reducing from 9.5°C (49.1°F) to a still chilly 6.5°C (43.7°F). During the month of December, Gorinchem identifies an average nighttime low-temperature of 3.3°C (37.9°F), slightly lower than its daytime counterpart.

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 17.9 days. Throughout December, 54mm (2.13") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 201.9 rainfall days, and 550mm (21.65") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Gorinchem. In Gorinchem, in December, during 2.2 snowfall days, 18mm (0.71") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Gorinchem, there are 9.7 snowfall days, and 68mm (2.68") 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 December, sunrise is at 08:25 and sunset at 16:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:47 and sunset at 16:39 CET.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Gorinchem, Netherlands.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Gorinchem?
In Gorinchem, in December, the average high-temperature is 6.5°C (43.7°F), and the average low-temperature is 3.3°C (37.9°F).
What is the most humid month in Gorinchem?
December is the most humid month in Gorinchem, with an average relative humidity of 87%.
What is the average humidity in December in Gorinchem?
In December, the average relative humidity is 87%.
How much does it rain in Gorinchem in December?
In December, the rain falls for 17.9 days. Throughout December, 54mm (2.13") of precipitation is accumulated.
How much does it snow in Gorinchem in December?
In Gorinchem, Netherlands, during December, snow falls for 2.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 18mm (0.71") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days in Gorinchem?
With an average of 7h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
What is the average length of the day in December in Gorinchem?
In December, the average day length in Gorinchem, Netherlands, is 7h and 52min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Gorinchem?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:25 and sunset at 16:33. On the last day of the month, in Gorinchem, Netherlands, sunrise is at 08:47 and sunset at 16:39 CET.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Gorinchem?
December has the least sunshine of the year in Gorinchem, with an average of 3.6h of sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Gorinchem have in December?
In Gorinchem, Netherlands, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.6h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Gorinchem?
The months with the lowest UV index in Gorinchem are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.
How high is the UV index in December in Gorinchem?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Gorinchem, Netherlands
  • Average high temperature in December: 6.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (22.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 3.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (1.6°C).

Average pressure in December
Gorinchem, Netherlands
  • Average pressure in December: 1015mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.6mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Gorinchem, Netherlands
  • Average wind speed in December: 18.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (18.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (12.2km/h).

Average humidity in December
Gorinchem, Netherlands
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Gorinchem, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall in December: 54mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (60mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (22mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Gorinchem, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall days in December: 17.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (13.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gorinchem, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall in December: 18mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (27mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Gorinchem, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.3 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
Gorinchem, Netherlands
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 5min

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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gorinchem, Netherlands
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Gorinchem, 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
Gorinchem, Netherlands
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and August (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in December
Gorinchem, 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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