December weather forecastNes, Netherlands

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Nes, Netherlands, with temperature in the range of an average high of 6.9°C (44.4°F) and an average low of 4.4°C (39.9°F).

Temperature

December experiences an average high-temperature of a still chilly 6.9°C (44.4°F), barely different from November's 9.6°C (49.3°F). Nes registers a small shift from peak daytime temperatures, with a consistent average low-temperature of 4.4°C (39.9°F) during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Nes, in December, during 18.8 rainfall days, 38mm (1.5") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Nes, 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 December, it is snowing for 2.3 days. Throughout December, 9mm (0.35") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 11.8 snowfall days, and 43mm (1.69") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In December, the average sea temperature is 8.8°C (47.8°F).
Note: If planning to swim in 8.8°C (47.8°F) under 10°C (50°F), wear a protective suit. Neglecting this advice might cause immediate cold shock and troubled breathing. A splash around 13°C (55.4°F) is not much warmer.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Nes, with an average of 7h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:30 and sunset at 16:21. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 08:52 and sunset at 16:27 CET.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Nes 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 radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Nes during December are 6.9°C (44.4°F) and 4.4°C (39.9°F) respectively.

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

The average relative humidity in December is 85%.

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

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

In Nes, Netherlands, in December, the average water temperature is 8.8°C (47.8°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.

December has the shortest days of the year in Nes, Netherlands, with an average of 7h and 36min of daylight.

The average day length in December is 7h and 35min.

On the first day of December in Nes, Netherlands, sunrise is at 08:30 and sunset at 16:21. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:52 and sunset at 16:27 CET.

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

The average sunshine duration in December in Nes is 3.4h.

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

In Nes, Netherlands, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Nes, 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
Nes, 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
Nes, 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
Nes, 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
Nes, 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
Nes, 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
Nes, 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
Nes, 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
Nes, Netherlands

  • Average sea temperature in December: 8.8°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August and September (17.8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (5.8°C).

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

  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 36min

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 36min).

  • 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
Nes, 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
Nes, 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
Nes, 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
Nes, 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).