December weather forecastHelmond, Netherlands
December
Weather in December
December brings a mesmerizing winter touch to Helmond, with temperatures dancing between 6°C (42.8°F) and 2.5°C (36.5°F). An uptick in snowfall makes for a picturesque month, instilling a quintessential holiday-time ambiance. Daylight dwindles, marking the shortest days and longest nights of the year. Despite the cold climes, the festive decorations and mirthful atmosphere of the city keep spirits high.Temperature
The arrival of December in Helmond corresponds with a light shift in temperature, down from a frosty 9.3°C (48.7°F) in November to a still chilly 6°C (42.8°F). Helmond's December nights observe a minor shift from the daytime temperatures, resulting in an average dip to a cold 2.5°C (36.5°F).Humidity
December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 88%.Rainfall
In Helmond, Netherlands, in December, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 27mm (1.06") of accumulated precipitation. In Helmond, Netherlands, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.7 days and collects up to 314mm (12.36") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows in Helmond. Throughout December, in the average 1.8 snowfall days, it receives 10mm (0.39") of snow. Throughout the year, in Helmond, there are 9.4 snowfall days, and 47mm (1.85") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Helmond, with an average of 7h and 54min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:21 and sunset at 16:31. On the last day of December, in Helmond, Netherlands, sunrise is at 08:42 and sunset at 16:38 CET.
Sunshine
December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.6h of sunshine.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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Helmond, Netherlands
- Average high temperature in December: 6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (23.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.8°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 2.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.2°C).
Average pressure in December
Helmond, Netherlands
- Average pressure in December: 1015.8mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.4mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Helmond, 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
Helmond, 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
Helmond, Netherlands
- Average rainfall in December: 27mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (39mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (15mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Helmond, Netherlands
- Average rainfall days in December: 12.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are October and November (10.2 days).
Average snowfall in December
Helmond, Netherlands
- Average snowfall in December: 10mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (18mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Helmond, Netherlands
- Average snowfall days in December: 1.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (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
Helmond, 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 36min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
Helmond, Netherlands
- Average sunshine days in December: 14.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.7 days).
Average UV index in December
Helmond, 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
Helmond, Netherlands
- Average cloud cover in December: 64
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 41).
Average visibility in December
Helmond, 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).
