December weather forecast
Hengelo, Netherlands

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Weather in December

December marks the onset of winter with the lowest temperatures throughout the year. It is a month that witnesses another peak in precipitation levels, primarily snowfall. The total snowfall sees a significant rise, resulting in 6mm (0.24") over 2.5 days, confirming the commencement of winter. With barely any daylight to warm the surroundings, the chill in the air is quite palpable. As the year concludes, Hengelo becomes adorned in a blanket of snow, offering the city a serene, white-washed aesthetic.

Temperature

December ushers in a minute temperature change, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's chilly 9°C (48.2°F) to an icy 5.6°C (42.1°F). An average nighttime temperature of 2.1°C (35.8°F) marks December in Hengelo, Netherlands.

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

Rainfall

In Hengelo, Netherlands, in December, during 10.1 rainfall days, 14mm (0.55") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hengelo, Netherlands, during the entire year, the rain falls for 116.6 days and collects up to 152mm (5.98") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Hengelo are January through March, November and December. In Hengelo, in December, snow falls for 2.5 days, with typically accumulated 6mm (0.24") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 11 snowfall days, and 22mm (0.87") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 7h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Hengelo, Netherlands, sunrise is at 08:20 and sunset at 16:23. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:42 and sunset at 16:29 CET.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Hengelo.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Hengelo, Netherlands, 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 rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Hengelo during December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Hengelo, is 5.6°C (42.1°F), while the average low-temperature is 2.1°C (35.8°F).

What is the most humid month in Hengelo?

The most humid month in Hengelo is December, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

What is the average humidity in December in Hengelo?

In Hengelo, Netherlands, the average relative humidity in December is 89%.

How many days does it rain in December in Hengelo?

In Hengelo, in December, during 10.1 rainfall days, 14mm (0.55") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Hengelo in December?

In Hengelo, in December, during 2.5 snowfall days, 6mm (0.24") of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hengelo?

December has the shortest days of the year in Hengelo, with an average of 7h and 48min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in Hengelo, Netherlands, is 7h and 48min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Hengelo?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:20 and sunset at 16:23. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:42 and sunset at 16:29 CET.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Hengelo?

With an average of 3.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Hengelo, Netherlands.

How long on average sun shines in December in Hengelo?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Hengelo, Netherlands, is 3.5h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Hengelo?

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

Average temperature in December - Hengelo, Netherlands
  • Average high temperature in December: 5.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (22.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 2.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.7°C).

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Average pressure in December
Hengelo, Netherlands

Average pressure in December - Hengelo, Netherlands
  • Average pressure in December: 1015.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.1mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Hengelo, Netherlands

Average wind speed in December - Hengelo, Netherlands
  • Average wind speed in December: 17.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (17.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (11.7km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Hengelo, Netherlands

Average humidity in December - Hengelo, Netherlands
  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Hengelo, Netherlands

Average rainfall in December - Hengelo, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall in December: 14mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (17mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (7mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Hengelo, Netherlands

Average rainfall days in December - Hengelo, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (7.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Hengelo, Netherlands

Average snowfall in December - Hengelo, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall in December: 6mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (9mm).
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
Hengelo, Netherlands

Average snowfall days in December - Hengelo, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.5 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
Hengelo, Netherlands

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hengelo, Netherlands
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Hengelo, Netherlands

Average sunshine days in December - Hengelo, Netherlands
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Hengelo, Netherlands

Average UV index in December - Hengelo, Netherlands
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and 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
Hengelo, Netherlands

Average cloud cover in December - Hengelo, Netherlands
  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 42).

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Average visibility in December
Hengelo, Netherlands

Average visibility in December - Hengelo, 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).

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