December weather forecastHilversum, Netherlands
December
Weather in December
December in Hilversum ends the year with the coldest weather, marking the peak of winter that started in November. As temperatures continue to dip and snowfall increases to 7mm (0.28") over 2.2 days, it's a stark contrast to the milder weather of November. Despite January promising similar conditions, December remains the cornerstone of winter. The month is ideal for winter sports, holiday shopping, or indoor dining. Dressing in layers with a warm winter coat can help to combat December's biting cold weather.Temperature
The move into December indicates a slight reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's chilly 9.5°C (49.1°F) to a still frosty 6.4°C (43.5°F). The nights of December in Hilversum cool down to an average low of 3.3°C (37.9°F), subtly lower than daytime highs.Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 87%, December is the most humid month.Rainfall
In Hilversum, Netherlands, in December, it is raining for 14.1 days, with typically 22mm (0.87") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Hilversum, there are 150.6 rainfall days, and 242mm (9.53") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Hilversum, in December, snow falls for 2.2 days, with typically accumulated 7mm (0.28") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 9.1 snowfall days, and 29mm (1.14") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Hilversum, with an average of 7h and 48min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 08:26 and sunset at 16:30. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:48 and sunset at 16:36 CET.
Sunshine
With an average of 3.6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.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 threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Hilversum, Netherlands
- Average high temperature in December: 6.4°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (22°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.2°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 January (1.6°C).
Average pressure in December
Hilversum, Netherlands
- Average pressure in December: 1014.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1016.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.4mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Hilversum, Netherlands
- Average wind speed in December: 18.9km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (18.9km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (12.4km/h).
Average humidity in December
Hilversum, 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
Hilversum, Netherlands
- Average rainfall in December: 22mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (31mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (9mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Hilversum, Netherlands
- Average rainfall days in December: 14.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (8.9 days).
Average snowfall in December
Hilversum, Netherlands
- Average snowfall in December: 7mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (13mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Hilversum, Netherlands
- Average snowfall days in December: 2.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 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
Hilversum, Netherlands
- Average daylight in December: 7h and 48min
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 36min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
Hilversum, Netherlands
- Average sunshine days in December: 12.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is April (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.7 days).
Average UV index in December
Hilversum, 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
Hilversum, Netherlands
- Average cloud cover in December: 65
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 40).
Average visibility in December
Hilversum, Netherlands
- Average visibility in December: 9km
The month with the highest visibility is June (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
