December weather forecast
Grootegast, Netherlands

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Grootegast, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between max 6.4°C (43.5°F) and min 3.1°C (37.6°F).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Grootegast's average high-temperature clocks in at a still chilly 6.4°C (43.5°F), showing a minor fluctuation from the previous month. In Grootegast, the nighttime temperature in December descends gently to an average of 3.1°C (37.6°F).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 18.7 days. Throughout December, 50mm (1.97") of precipitation is accumulated. In Grootegast, during the entire year, the rain falls for 193.8 days and collects up to 494mm (19.45") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Grootegast. In Grootegast, during December, snow falls for 3.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 16mm (0.63") of snow. In Grootegast, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.8 days and aggregates up to 72mm (2.83") of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 7h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Grootegast.
On the first day of December in Grootegast, sunrise is at 08:27 and sunset at 16:21. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:49 and sunset at 16:26 CET.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.3h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Grootegast, Netherlands. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Grootegast?
An average high-temperature, in December, in Grootegast, is 6.4°C (43.5°F) and the average low-temperature is 3.1°C (37.6°F).
What is the most humid month in Grootegast?
The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 88%.
What is the average humidity in December in Grootegast?
The average relative humidity in December in Grootegast, Netherlands, is 88%.
How many days does it rain in December in Grootegast?
In Grootegast, during December, the rain falls for 18.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 50mm (1.97") of precipitation.
How many days does it snow in December in Grootegast?
In Grootegast, Netherlands, in December, snow falls for 3.2 days, with typically accumulated 16mm (0.63") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days in Grootegast?
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 7h and 36min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December in Grootegast?
In Grootegast, the average day length in December is 7h and 38min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Grootegast?
On the first day of December in Grootegast, sunrise is at 08:27 and sunset at 16:21. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:49 and sunset at 16:26 CET.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Grootegast?
With an average of 3.3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Grootegast.
How many hours of sunshine does Grootegast have in December?
In December, the average sunshine duration in Grootegast, Netherlands, is 3.3h.
When is the lowest UV index in Grootegast?
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.
What is the UV index intensity in December in Grootegast?
In Grootegast, Netherlands, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Grootegast, Netherlands
  • Average high temperature in December: 6.4°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 (4.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 3.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (1.3°C).

Average pressure in December
Grootegast, Netherlands
  • Average pressure in December: 1013.3mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are May and September (1016.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.9mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Grootegast, Netherlands
  • Average wind speed in December: 21.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (21.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (14.3km/h).

Average humidity in December
Grootegast, 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 (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Grootegast, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall in December: 50mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (52mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (26mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Grootegast, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall days in December: 18.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (13.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Grootegast, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall in December: 16mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (26mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Grootegast, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.2 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).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Grootegast, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Grootegast, Netherlands
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (8.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Grootegast, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Grootegast, 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).

Average visibility in December
Grootegast, 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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