December weather forecastMelissant, Netherlands

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Melissant, Netherlands, with an average temperature varying between 5.1°C (41.2°F) and 7.5°C (45.5°F).

Temperature

As November transitions into December, the average high-temperature rests at a chilly 7.5°C (45.5°F), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. Melissant's average low temperature, barely cooler than the daytime high, steadies at an icy 5.1°C (41.2°F) during December.

Humidity

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are the most humid months in Melissant, Netherlands.

Rainfall

In Melissant, in December, during 15.7 rainfall days, 32mm (1.26") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Melissant, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.9 days and collects up to 321mm (12.64") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Melissant, Netherlands. In December, it is snowing for 1.8 days. Throughout December, 6mm (0.24") of snow is accumulated. In Melissant, during the entire year, snow falls for 8.6 days and aggregates up to 31mm (1.22") of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 7h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:28 and sunset at 16:36. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 08:50 and sunset at 16:43 CET.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.7h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Melissant.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 7.5°C (45.5°F) and 5.1°C (41.2°F) respectively.

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are most humid months in Melissant.

The average relative humidity in December in Melissant is 83%.

In December, in Melissant, the rain falls for 15.7 days. Throughout December, 32mm (1.26") of precipitation is accumulated.

In Melissant, Netherlands, during December, snow falls for 1.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 6mm (0.24") of snow.

The month with the shortest days in Melissant is December, with an average of 7h and 54min of daylight.

The average day length in December in Melissant is 7h and 53min.

On the first day of December in Melissant, sunrise is at 08:28 and sunset at 16:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:50 and sunset at 16:43 CET.

The month with the least sunshine in Melissant is December, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

In Melissant, Netherlands, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.7h.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Melissant is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Melissant, Netherlands

  • Average high temperature in December: 7.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (20.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 5.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (16.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (3.1°C).

Average pressure in December
Melissant, Netherlands

  • Average pressure in December: 1014.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.4mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Melissant, Netherlands

  • Average wind speed in December: 24.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (24.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (16.3km/h).

Average humidity in December
Melissant, Netherlands

  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Melissant, Netherlands

  • Average rainfall in December: 32mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (43mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (11mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Melissant, Netherlands

  • Average rainfall days in December: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (9.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Melissant, Netherlands

  • Average snowfall in December: 6mm

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

Average snowfall days in December
Melissant, Netherlands

  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.8 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
Melissant, 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 42min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Melissant, Netherlands

  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (17.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are November and December (9.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Melissant, 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
Melissant, Netherlands

  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Melissant, 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).