December weather forecastSimpelveld, Netherlands
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Simpelveld, Netherlands, with an average temperature fluctuating between 1.9°C (35.4°F) and 5.7°C (42.3°F).Temperature
A subtle shift in Simpelveld's weather is observed as November turns into December, with the average high temperature reducing from a frosty 9.5°C (49.1°F) to a cold 5.7°C (42.3°F). Simpelveld's nighttime temperatures in December reveal a minimal variation from the daytime highs, averaging at a still icy 1.9°C (35.4°F).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 87%.Rainfall
December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16 days and accumulates 51mm (2.01") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Simpelveld, in December, during 3.9 snowfall days, 39mm (1.54") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Simpelveld, Netherlands, there are 19.8 snowfall days, and 147mm (5.79") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 0min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 08:16 and sunset at 16:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:38 and sunset at 16:40 CET.
Sunshine
December has the least sunshine of the year in Simpelveld, Netherlands, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Simpelveld, Netherlands
- Average high temperature in December: 5.7°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (22.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.3°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 1.9°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.4°C).
Average pressure in December
Simpelveld, Netherlands
- Average pressure in December: 1016.7mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1013.1mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Simpelveld, Netherlands
- Average wind speed in December: 17.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (17.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.1km/h).
Average humidity in December
Simpelveld, Netherlands
- Average humidity in December: 87%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).
Average rainfall in December
Simpelveld, Netherlands
- Average rainfall in December: 51mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (51mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (22mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Simpelveld, Netherlands
- Average rainfall days in December: 16 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (12.2 days).
Average snowfall in December
Simpelveld, Netherlands
- Average snowfall in December: 39mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (48mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Simpelveld, Netherlands
- Average snowfall days in December: 3.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.9 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
Simpelveld, Netherlands
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in December: 3h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
Simpelveld, Netherlands
- Average sunshine days in December: 10.3 days
The months with the most sunshine days are September and October (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Simpelveld, Netherlands
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and 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
Simpelveld, 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 40).
Average visibility in December
Simpelveld, Netherlands
- Average visibility in December: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and December (8km).
