December weather forecast
Groningen, Netherlands

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Weather in December

December heralds the arrival of winter in Groningen. The city dresses up for the holiday season, with twinkling lights and festive decorations adorning its streets. Amid the holiday cheer and excited anticipation of the new year, snowfall begins to make an appearance, adding to the winter spectacle. Walking through the frosted cityscape bundled up in warm layers becomes a season's norm. As if on cue, cold temperatures between 2.7°C (36.9°F) and 6°C (42.8°F) set the stage for 12mm (0.47") of snowfall over 3.4 days.

Temperature

The transition into December subtly indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to a still chilly 6°C (42.8°F) from November's 9°C (48.2°F). Groningen's nocturnal average in December closely mirrors its daytime temperatures, settling at a wintry 2.7°C (36.9°F).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Groningen, in December, it is raining for 17.5 days, with typically 28mm (1.1") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 179 rainfall days, and 336mm (13.23") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Groningen are January through March, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 3.4 days. Throughout December, 12mm (0.47") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Groningen, there are 14.9 snowfall days, and 51mm (2.01") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 7h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Groningen, Netherlands, sunrise is at 08:25 and sunset at 16:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:48 and sunset at 16:25 CET.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 3.4h of sunshine.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Groningen?

December temperatures in Groningen vary between a high-temperature of 6°C (42.8°F) and a low-temperature of 2.7°C (36.9°F).

What is the most humid month in Groningen?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Groningen?

In December, the average relative humidity in Groningen, Netherlands, is 88%.

How much does it rain in Groningen in December?

In Groningen, Netherlands, in December, during 17.5 rainfall days, 28mm (1.1") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Groningen in December?

In Groningen, Netherlands, during December, snow falls for 3.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 12mm (0.47") of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Groningen?

With an average of 7h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Groningen, Netherlands.

What is the average length of the day in December in Groningen?

The average day length in December in Groningen is 7h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Groningen?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:25 and sunset at 16:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:48 and sunset at 16:25 CET.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Groningen?

With an average of 3.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December in Groningen?

In Groningen, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.4h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Groningen?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Groningen is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Groningen, Netherlands

Average temperature in December - Groningen, Netherlands
  • Average high temperature in December: 6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (21.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 2.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (1°C).

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Average pressure in December
Groningen, Netherlands

Average pressure in December - Groningen, Netherlands
  • Average pressure in December: 1013.4mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are May and September (1016.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.1mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Groningen, Netherlands

Average wind speed in December - Groningen, Netherlands
  • Average wind speed in December: 21.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (21.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (14km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Groningen, Netherlands

Average humidity in December - Groningen, 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 (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Groningen, Netherlands

Average rainfall in December - Groningen, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall in December: 28mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (41mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (17mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Groningen, Netherlands

Average rainfall days in December - Groningen, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Groningen, Netherlands

Average snowfall in December - Groningen, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall in December: 12mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (17mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Groningen, Netherlands

Average snowfall days in December - Groningen, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.8 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
Groningen, Netherlands

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Groningen, Netherlands
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 4min

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Groningen, Netherlands

Average sunshine days in December - Groningen, Netherlands
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are March and April (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Groningen, Netherlands

Average UV index in December - Groningen, 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
Groningen, Netherlands

Average cloud cover in December - Groningen, Netherlands
  • Average cloud cover in December: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and August (Cloud cover 41).

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Average visibility in December
Groningen, Netherlands

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

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

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