December weather forecastMakkum, Netherlands

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Makkum, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between max 6.9°C (44.4°F) and min 4.4°C (39.9°F).

Temperature

December observes an average high-temperature of a still frosty 6.9°C (44.4°F), marking an insignificant difference from November's 9.6°C (49.3°F). During the nights of December, Makkum records an average temperature of 4.4°C (39.9°F), a minor drop from daytime peaks.

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 85%.

Rainfall

In Makkum, in December, during 18.8 rainfall days, 38mm (1.5") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Makkum, during the entire year, the rain falls for 188.1 days and collects up to 390mm (15.35") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Makkum, Netherlands, in December, snow falls for 2.3 days, with typically accumulated 9mm (0.35") of snow. In Makkum, Netherlands, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.8 days and aggregates up to 43mm (1.69") of snow.

Sea temperature

In December, the average sea temperature in Makkum is 9.2°C (48.6°F).
Note: In 9.2°C (48.6°F), even brief exposure to 13°C (55.4°F) feels biting, and anything less than 10°C (50°F) risks cold shock and impaired breathing, considering one's health.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 7h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Makkum, Netherlands, sunrise is at 08:29 and sunset at 16:25. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:51 and sunset at 16:31 CET.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 3.4h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Makkum are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Updated: Jan 26, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in December, in Makkum, is 6.9°C (44.4°F) and the average low-temperature is 4.4°C (39.9°F).

With an average relative humidity of 85%, December is the most humid month in Makkum, Netherlands.

In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.

In Makkum, in December, it is raining for 18.8 days, with typically 38mm (1.5") of accumulated precipitation.

In December, in Makkum, it is snowing for 2.3 days. Throughout December, 9mm (0.35") of snow is accumulated.

In Makkum, in December, the average water temperature is 9.2°C (48.6°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 7h and 42min of daylight.

In Makkum, the average day length in December is 7h and 40min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:29 and sunset at 16:25. On the last day of the month, in Makkum, sunrise is at 08:51 and sunset at 16:31 CET.

The month with the least sunshine in Makkum, Netherlands, is December, with an average of 3.4h of sunshine.

In December, the average sunshine duration in Makkum is 3.4h.

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

In Makkum, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

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Average high temperature

9.6°C

6.9°C

5.3°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

24.2km/h

28.3km/h

27km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

0.5

2.3

3.8

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

8.2

7.1

9.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Makkum, Netherlands

Average high temperature in December: 6.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (20.3°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (5.3°C).

Average low temperature in December: 4.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (2.3°C).

Average pressure in December
Makkum, Netherlands

Average pressure in December: 1013mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.7mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Makkum, Netherlands

Average wind speed in December: 26.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (26.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (17.2km/h).

Average humidity in December
Makkum, Netherlands

Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and August (79%).

Average rainfall in December
Makkum, Netherlands

Average rainfall in December: 38mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (46mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (16mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Makkum, Netherlands

Average rainfall days in December: 18.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (11.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Makkum, Netherlands

Average snowfall in December: 9mm

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (15mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Makkum, Netherlands

Average snowfall days in December: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Makkum, Netherlands

Average sea temperature in December: 9.2°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August and September (17.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (5.8°C).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Makkum, Netherlands

Average daylight in December: 7h and 42min

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 42min).

Average sunshine in December: 3h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Makkum, Netherlands

Average sunshine days in December: 7.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (7.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Makkum, 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
Makkum, 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 39).

Average visibility in December
Makkum, Netherlands

Average visibility in December: 9km

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