December weather forecast
Lelystad, Netherlands

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Lelystad, Netherlands, with an average temperature fluctuating between 6.5°C (43.7°F) and 3.6°C (38.5°F).

Temperature

Lelystad experiences a moderate temperature shift at the start of December, with average high-temperatures adjusting a bit from a frosty 9.5°C (49.1°F) in November to a still chilly 6.5°C (43.7°F). Throughout December, Lelystad reports a steady low-temperature average of 3.6°C (38.5°F), slightly lower than its daytime counterpart.

Humidity

December is the most humid month in Lelystad, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

Rainfall

In Lelystad, in December, during 13 rainfall days, 24mm (0.94") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Lelystad, there are 150.2 rainfall days, and 285mm (11.22") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows in Lelystad. Throughout December, in the average 1.9 snowfall days, it receives 6mm (0.24") of snow. In Lelystad, during the entire year, snow falls for 8.6 days and aggregates up to 28mm (1.1") of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 7h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Lelystad, Netherlands.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:26 and sunset at 16:27. On the last day of December, in Lelystad, sunrise is at 08:48 and sunset at 16:33 CET.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Lelystad in December?
Lelystad in December has an average high-temperature of 6.5°C (43.7°F) and an average low-temperature of 3.6°C (38.5°F).
What is the most humid month in Lelystad?
With an average relative humidity of 86%, December is the most humid month in Lelystad, Netherlands.
What is the average humidity in December in Lelystad?
The average relative humidity in December in Lelystad is 86%.
How many days does it rain in December in Lelystad?
In December, in Lelystad, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout December, 24mm (0.94") of precipitation is accumulated.
When does it start snowing in Lelystad?
December is the first month it typically snows in Lelystad, Netherlands. Throughout December, in the average 1.9 snowfall days, it receives 6mm (0.24") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days in Lelystad?
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 7h and 48min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December in Lelystad?
The average day length in December in Lelystad is 7h and 46min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Lelystad?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:26 and sunset at 16:27. On the last day of the month, in Lelystad, sunrise is at 08:48 and sunset at 16:33 CET.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Lelystad?
With an average of 3.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Lelystad.
How long on average sun shines in December in Lelystad?
The average sunshine duration in December is 3.5h.
When is the lowest UV index in Lelystad?
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.
How high is the UV index in December in Lelystad?
The average daily maximum UV index in December in Lelystad, Netherlands, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December - Lelystad, Netherlands
Average temperature in December
Lelystad, Netherlands
  • Average high temperature in December: 6.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (21°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 3.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (1.8°C).

Average pressure in December - Lelystad, Netherlands
Average pressure in December
Lelystad, Netherlands
  • Average pressure in December: 1014mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1016.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.2mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Lelystad, Netherlands
Average wind speed in December
Lelystad, Netherlands
  • Average wind speed in December: 22.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (22.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (14.5km/h).

Average humidity in December - Lelystad, Netherlands
Average humidity in December
Lelystad, Netherlands
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in December - Lelystad, Netherlands
Average rainfall in December
Lelystad, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall in December: 24mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June, July and August (33mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (11mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Lelystad, Netherlands
Average rainfall days in December
Lelystad, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (9.3 days).

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (11mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Lelystad, Netherlands
Average snowfall days in December
Lelystad, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.9 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 - Lelystad, Netherlands
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lelystad, 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 July (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December - Lelystad, Netherlands
Average sunshine days in December
Lelystad, Netherlands
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.4 days).

Average UV index in December - Lelystad, Netherlands
Average UV index in December
Lelystad, 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, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and August (Cloud cover 41).

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

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

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