December weather forecastNijkerk, Netherlands

December

Weather in December

Winter arrives in full swing in December, with high temperatures settling at 6.1°C (43°F). Snow makes a return to the forecast, with an average of 9mm (0.35") falling across 2.5 days. The increasingly colder weather marks the transition into truly wintry conditions. Despite the cold and the short daylight hours, the spirit of Christmas fills the air in Nijkerk, adding to the city's charm. The month offers a uniquely festive weather experience, closing the year on a magical note.

Temperature

In Nijkerk, the average high-temperature in December gently drops from 9.1°C (48.4°F) in November to a still chilly 6.1°C (43°F). During December, nights in Nijkerk cool slightly to an average low of 2.5°C (36.5°F).

Humidity

The most humid month in Nijkerk is December, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

Rainfall

In Nijkerk, in December, during 12.4 rainfall days, 19mm (0.75") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Nijkerk, Netherlands, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.2 days and collects up to 217mm (8.54") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Nijkerk, in December, during 2.5 snowfall days, 9mm (0.35") of snow is typically accumulated. In Nijkerk, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.4 days and aggregates up to 41mm (1.61") of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Nijkerk is December, with an average of 7h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:25 and sunset at 16:29. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 08:47 and sunset at 16:35 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 in Nijkerk. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Nijkerk, Netherlands, are 6.1°C (43°F) and 2.5°C (36.5°F) respectively.

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

In December, the average relative humidity in Nijkerk is 89%.

In Nijkerk, Netherlands, during December, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 19mm (0.75") of precipitation.

In Nijkerk, Netherlands, in December, during 2.5 snowfall days, 9mm (0.35") of snow is typically accumulated.

The month with the shortest days in Nijkerk is December, with an average of 7h and 48min of daylight.

In Nijkerk, the average day length in December is 7h and 49min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:25 and sunset at 16:29. On the last day of the month, in Nijkerk, sunrise is at 08:47 and sunset at 16:35 CET.

The month with the least sunshine in Nijkerk, Netherlands, is December, with an average of 3.6h of sunshine.

In Nijkerk, Netherlands, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.6h.

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

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Nijkerk, Netherlands, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Nijkerk, Netherlands

  • Average high temperature in December: 6.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (22.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 2.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.9°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (1.3°C).

Average pressure in December
Nijkerk, Netherlands

  • Average pressure in December: 1014.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.7mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Nijkerk, Netherlands

  • Average wind speed in December: 18.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (18.2km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (12km/h).

Average humidity in December
Nijkerk, Netherlands

  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Nijkerk, Netherlands

  • Average rainfall in December: 19mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (26mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (10mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Nijkerk, Netherlands

  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Nijkerk, Netherlands

  • Average snowfall in December: 9mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (18mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Nijkerk, Netherlands

  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3 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
Nijkerk, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Nijkerk, Netherlands

  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Nijkerk, 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
Nijkerk, Netherlands

  • Average cloud cover in December: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in December
Nijkerk, Netherlands

  • Average visibility in December: 9km

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