Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average sea temperature in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
December
Weather in December
Temperature
With December's arrival, Volendam notes an average high-temperature of a still frosty 6.9°C (44.4°F), closely following the trend of the preceding month. Nighttime readings in Volendam during December register a minimal drop from daytime highs, averaging at an icy 4.6°C (40.3°F).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity in Volendam are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%.Rainfall
In Volendam, in December, during 15.1 rainfall days, 25mm (0.98") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Volendam, there are 160.4 rainfall days, and 266mm (10.47") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 2 snowfall days, it receives 6mm (0.24") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 10.3 snowfall days, and 26mm (1.02") of snow is accumulated.Sea temperature
In Volendam, the average seawater temperature in December is 9.8°C (49.6°F).Note: Dipping in 9.8°C (49.6°F) at temperatures less than 10°C (50°F) without proper gear can lead to pronounced cold shock and breathing difficulties.
Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 7h and 48min of daylight.On the first day of December in Volendam, sunrise is at 08:28 and sunset at 16:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:50 and sunset at 16:35 CET.
Sunshine
December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.6h of sunshine.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 low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Is it cold in Volendam during December?
What is the most humid month in Volendam?
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When does it start snowing in Volendam?
How cold is the water in December in Volendam?
What is the month with the shortest days in Volendam?
How many hours of daylight does Volendam have in December?
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Volendam?
What is the month with the least sunshine in Volendam?
How long on average sun shines in December in Volendam?
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Volendam?
What is the UV index intensity in December in Volendam?
Average temperature in December
Volendam, Netherlands
- Average high temperature in December: 6.9°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (20.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.5°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 4.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (2.5°C).
Average pressure in December
Volendam, Netherlands
- Average pressure in December: 1013.8mbar
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are May and September (1016.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Volendam, Netherlands
- Average wind speed in December: 24.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (24.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (15.6km/h).
Average humidity in December
Volendam, Netherlands
- Average humidity in December: 84%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).
Average rainfall in December
Volendam, Netherlands
- Average rainfall in December: 25mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (37mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (8mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Volendam, Netherlands
- Average rainfall days in December: 15.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (9.1 days).
Average snowfall in December
Volendam, Netherlands
- Average snowfall in December: 6mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (12mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Volendam, Netherlands
- Average snowfall days in December: 2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Volendam, Netherlands
- Average sea temperature in December: 9.8°C
The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August and September (18.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (6.6°C).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Volendam, 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 4min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
Volendam, Netherlands
- Average sunshine days in December: 9.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is April (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (9.7 days).
Average UV index in December
Volendam, 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
Volendam, 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 39).
Average visibility in December
Volendam, Netherlands
- Average visibility in December: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
