December weather forecast
Swifterbant, Netherlands

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Swifterbant, Netherlands, with an average temperature fluctuating between 6.5°C (43.7°F) and 3.6°C (38.5°F).

Temperature

A modest decline in the average high-temperature is seen during December, decreasing from a chilly 9.5°C (49.1°F) in November to a still frosty 6.5°C (43.7°F). In Swifterbant, December nights experience a modest descent in temperature from daily peaks, cooling down to an average of 3.6°C (38.5°F).

Humidity

December is the most humid month in Swifterbant, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

Rainfall

In Swifterbant, in December, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 24mm (0.94") of accumulated precipitation. In Swifterbant, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.2 days and collects up to 285mm (11.22") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Swifterbant are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 1.9 snowfall days, it receives 6mm (0.24") of snow. Throughout the year, in Swifterbant, Netherlands, there are 8.6 snowfall days, and 28mm (1.1") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 7h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:26 and sunset at 16:26. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 08:48 and sunset at 16:32 CET.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Swifterbant is December, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Swifterbant in December?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Swifterbant during December are 6.5°C (43.7°F) and 3.6°C (38.5°F) respectively.
What is the most humid month in Swifterbant?
December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 86%.
What is the average humidity in December in Swifterbant?
In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.
How many days does it rain in December in Swifterbant?
In Swifterbant, Netherlands, in December, during 13 rainfall days, 24mm (0.94") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
When does it start to snow in Swifterbant?
December is the first month it typically snows in Swifterbant, Netherlands. Throughout December, in the average 1.9 snowfall days, it receives 6mm (0.24") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days in Swifterbant?
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 7h and 42min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December in Swifterbant?
The average day length in December in Swifterbant is 7h and 45min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Swifterbant?
On the first day of December in Swifterbant, sunrise is at 08:26 and sunset at 16:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:48 and sunset at 16:32 CET.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Swifterbant?
December has the least sunshine of the year in Swifterbant, Netherlands, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Swifterbant have in December?
In Swifterbant, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.5h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Swifterbant?
The months with the lowest UV index in Swifterbant, Netherlands, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.
What is the UV index reading in December in Swifterbant?
The average daily maximum UV index in December in Swifterbant, Netherlands, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December - Swifterbant, Netherlands
Average temperature in December
Swifterbant, Netherlands
  • Average high temperature in December: 6.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (21°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 3.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (1.8°C).

Average pressure in December - Swifterbant, Netherlands
Average pressure in December
Swifterbant, Netherlands
  • Average pressure in December: 1014mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1016.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.2mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Swifterbant, Netherlands
Average wind speed in December
Swifterbant, Netherlands
  • Average wind speed in December: 22.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (22.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (14.5km/h).

Average humidity in December - Swifterbant, Netherlands
Average humidity in December
Swifterbant, Netherlands
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in December - Swifterbant, Netherlands
Average rainfall in December
Swifterbant, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall in December: 24mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June, July and August (33mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (11mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Swifterbant, Netherlands
Average rainfall days in December
Swifterbant, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December - Swifterbant, Netherlands
Average snowfall in December
Swifterbant, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall in December: 6mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (11mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Swifterbant, Netherlands
Average snowfall days in December
Swifterbant, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.9 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 - Swifterbant, Netherlands
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Swifterbant, Netherlands
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December - Swifterbant, Netherlands
Average sunshine days in December
Swifterbant, Netherlands
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.4 days).

Average UV index in December - Swifterbant, Netherlands
Average UV index in December
Swifterbant, 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, March, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December - Swifterbant, Netherlands
Average cloud cover in December
Swifterbant, 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 41).

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

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

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