December weather forecast
Scheveningen, Netherlands

December

Weather in December

The final month of the year greets Scheveningen with an undeniable wintery chill. December, showcasing the most unique weather patterns, experiences noticeable snowfall escalating to 11mm (0.43"). A stark contrast to the previous months, the city plunges into its coldest days with temperatures reaching a low of 5°C (41°F). Alongside, the city registers the least daylight hours, cementing the arrival of true winter.

Temperature

December ushers in an average high-temperature of a frosty 7.5°C (45.5°F) in Scheveningen, aligning closely with the preceding month. Scheveningen records a slight downturn in temperature to an average of 5°C (41°F) during December nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 19.8 days. Throughout December, 61mm (2.4") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 198.5 rainfall days, and 559mm (22.01") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 2.2 days. Throughout December, 11mm (0.43") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Scheveningen, there are 10.4 snowfall days, and 55mm (2.17") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Scheveningen, the average seawater temperature in December is 9.3°C (48.7°F).
Note: While a brief time in 9.3°C (48.7°F) at 13°C (55.4°F) is already bracing, plunging below 10°C (50°F) can severely affect breathing and introduce a cold shock, relying on your physical state.

Daylight

With an average of 7h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:29 and sunset at 16:34. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 08:51 and sunset at 16:40 CET.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Scheveningen, with an average of 3.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Scheveningen are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Scheveningen?
During December, Scheveningen experiences an average high-temperature of 7.5°C (45.5°F) and a low-temperature of 5°C (41°F).
What is the most humid month in Scheveningen?
January and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are most humid months in Scheveningen, Netherlands.
What is the average humidity in December in Scheveningen?
The average relative humidity in December in Scheveningen is 83%.
How much does it rain in Scheveningen in December?
In December, in Scheveningen, the rain falls for 19.8 days. Throughout December, 61mm (2.4") of precipitation is accumulated.
How many days does it snow in December in Scheveningen?
In Scheveningen, Netherlands, in December, snow falls for 2.2 days, with typically accumulated 11mm (0.43") of snow.
What is the water temperature in December in Scheveningen?
In December, the average sea temperature in Scheveningen, Netherlands, is 9.3°C (48.7°F). Swimming in 9.3°C (48.7°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.
What is the month with the shortest days in Scheveningen?
With an average of 7h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Scheveningen.
How many hours of daylight does Scheveningen have in December?
The average day length in December in Scheveningen, Netherlands, is 7h and 50min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Scheveningen?
On the first day of December in Scheveningen, sunrise is at 08:29 and sunset at 16:34. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:51 and sunset at 16:40 CET.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Scheveningen?
The month with the least sunshine in Scheveningen, Netherlands, is December, with an average of 3.3h of sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Scheveningen have in December?
In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.3h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Scheveningen?
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.
How high is the UV index in December in Scheveningen?
In Scheveningen, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Scheveningen, Netherlands
Average temperature in December
Scheveningen, Netherlands
  • Average high temperature in December: 7.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (21.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (16.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (2.9°C).

Average pressure in December - Scheveningen, Netherlands
Average pressure in December
Scheveningen, Netherlands
  • Average pressure in December: 1014.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1016.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.2mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Scheveningen, Netherlands
Average wind speed in December
Scheveningen, 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 (16.2km/h).

Average humidity in December - Scheveningen, Netherlands
Average humidity in December
Scheveningen, Netherlands
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

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

Average rainfall in December - Scheveningen, Netherlands
Average rainfall in December
Scheveningen, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall in December: 61mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (65mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (18mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Scheveningen, Netherlands
Average rainfall days in December
Scheveningen, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall days in December: 19.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are August and December (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (12.3 days).

Average snowfall in December - Scheveningen, Netherlands
Average snowfall in December
Scheveningen, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall in December: 11mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (24mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Scheveningen, Netherlands
Average snowfall days in December
Scheveningen, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December - Scheveningen, Netherlands
Average sea temperature in December
Scheveningen, Netherlands
  • Average sea temperature in December: 9.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (18.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is January (6.2°C).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Scheveningen, Netherlands
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Scheveningen, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December - Scheveningen, Netherlands
Average sunshine days in December
Scheveningen, Netherlands
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (7.1 days).

Average UV index in December - Scheveningen, Netherlands
Average UV index in December
Scheveningen, 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 - Scheveningen, Netherlands
Average cloud cover in December
Scheveningen, Netherlands
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

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

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

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