December weather forecastSchoonhoven, Netherlands

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Schoonhoven, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between max 6.3°C (43.3°F) and min 2.5°C (36.5°F).

Temperature

The transition into December is accompanied by a slight temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a frosty 9.5°C (49.1°F) in November to a still chilly 6.3°C (43.3°F). A consistent average low-temperature of 2.5°C (36.5°F), with a minor variance from the daytime highs, is noted during the nights of December.

Humidity

The most humid month in Schoonhoven is December, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

Rainfall

In Schoonhoven, in December, during 11.9 rainfall days, 20mm (0.79") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 133.4 rainfall days, and 227mm (8.94") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 2 days. Throughout December, 8mm (0.31") of snow is accumulated. In Schoonhoven, during the entire year, snow falls for 8.7 days and aggregates up to 49mm (1.93") of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Schoonhoven is December, with an average of 7h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Schoonhoven, sunrise is at 08:26 and sunset at 16:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:48 and sunset at 16:39 CET.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.5h 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. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.

Frequently asked questions

During December, Schoonhoven experiences an average high-temperature of 6.3°C (43.3°F) and a low-temperature of 2.5°C (36.5°F).

December is the most humid month in Schoonhoven, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.

In Schoonhoven, during December, the rain falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 20mm (0.79") of precipitation.

In Schoonhoven, Netherlands, in December, snow falls for 2 days, with typically accumulated 8mm (0.31") of snow.

With an average of 7h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Schoonhoven.

In Schoonhoven, the average day length in December is 7h and 51min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:26 and sunset at 16:32. On the last day of the month, in Schoonhoven, Netherlands, sunrise is at 08:48 and sunset at 16:39 CET.

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in December in Schoonhoven is 3.5h.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Schoonhoven is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Schoonhoven, Netherlands

  • Average high temperature in December: 6.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (22.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 2.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (1.4°C).

Average pressure in December
Schoonhoven, 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 (1011.6mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Schoonhoven, Netherlands

  • Average wind speed in December: 17.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (17.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.7km/h).

Average humidity in December
Schoonhoven, Netherlands

  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Schoonhoven, Netherlands

  • Average rainfall in December: 20mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and July (25mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (11mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Schoonhoven, Netherlands

  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Schoonhoven, Netherlands

  • Average snowfall in December: 8mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (26mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Schoonhoven, Netherlands

  • Average snowfall days in December: 2 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
Schoonhoven, 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 30min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Schoonhoven, Netherlands

  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Schoonhoven, 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
Schoonhoven, Netherlands

  • Average cloud cover in December: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and August (Cloud cover 43).

Average visibility in December
Schoonhoven, 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).