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
Weather in December
Temperature
As November transitions into December, the average high-temperature in West-Terschelling rests at a frosty 7.8°C (46°F), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. During December, the nighttime temperatures in West-Terschelling align closely with the daytime averages, measuring a cold 5.9°C (42.6°F).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are January through March, June and December, with an average relative humidity of 82%.Rainfall
In West-Terschelling, Netherlands, in December, it is raining for 20.5 days, with typically 69mm (2.72") of accumulated precipitation. In West-Terschelling, during the entire year, the rain falls for 212.4 days and collects up to 647mm (25.47") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows in West-Terschelling. Throughout December, in the average 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 7mm (0.28") of snow. In West-Terschelling, during the entire year, snow falls for 8.3 days and aggregates up to 43mm (1.69") of snow.Sea temperature
In West-Terschelling, in December, the average water temperature is 9.2°C (48.6°F).Note: Being in 9.2°C (48.6°F) waters at 13°C (55.4°F) is discomforting, but anything below 10°C (50°F) can jeopardize breathing and induce cold shock, factoring in physical endurance.
Daylight
With an average of 7h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in West-Terschelling.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:32 and sunset at 16:24. On the last day of December, in West-Terschelling, sunrise is at 08:54 and sunset at 16:30 CET.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine in West-Terschelling is December, with an average of 3.6h 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 in West-Terschelling. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in December in West-Terschelling?
What are the most humid months in West-Terschelling?
What is the average humidity in December in West-Terschelling?
How many days does it rain in December in West-Terschelling?
When does it start snowing in West-Terschelling?
What is the sea water temperature in December in West-Terschelling?
What is the month with the shortest days in West-Terschelling?
What is the average length of the day in December in West-Terschelling?
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in West-Terschelling?
What is the month with the least sunshine in West-Terschelling?
How long on average sun shines in December in West-Terschelling?
What is the month with the lowest UV index in West-Terschelling?
How high is the UV index in December in West-Terschelling?
Average temperature in December
West-Terschelling, Netherlands
- Average high temperature in December: 7.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (18.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (5.3°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 5.9°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (16.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (3.3°C).
Average pressure in December
West-Terschelling, Netherlands
- Average pressure in December: 1012.7mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.3mbar).
Average wind speed in December
West-Terschelling, Netherlands
- Average wind speed in December: 34.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (34.7km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (21.8km/h).
Average humidity in December
West-Terschelling, Netherlands
- Average humidity in December: 82%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, March, June and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (77%).
Average rainfall in December
West-Terschelling, Netherlands
- Average rainfall in December: 69mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (78mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (21mm).
Average rainfall days in December
West-Terschelling, Netherlands
- Average rainfall days in December: 20.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (12.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
West-Terschelling, Netherlands
- Average snowfall in December: 7mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (21mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
West-Terschelling, Netherlands
- Average snowfall days in December: 1.1 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 sea temperature in December
West-Terschelling, Netherlands
- Average sea temperature in December: 9.2°C
The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August and September (17.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (5.8°C).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
West-Terschelling, Netherlands
- Average daylight in December: 7h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
West-Terschelling, Netherlands
- Average sunshine days in December: 6.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is April (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (6 days).
Average UV index in December
West-Terschelling, Netherlands
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are July and August (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
West-Terschelling, Netherlands
- Average cloud cover in December: 66
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 39).
Average visibility in December
West-Terschelling, 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).
West-Terschelling, Netherlands
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