December weather forecastZaandam, Netherlands
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Zaandam, Netherlands, with an average temperature varying between 7.2°C (45°F) and 4.6°C (40.3°F).Temperature
December's onset sees an average high-temperature of a still frosty 7.2°C (45°F), exhibiting a slight fluctuation from the previous month. Zaandam records a slight downturn to an average a wintry 4.6°C (40.3°F) during the nights of December.Humidity
The months with the highest humidity in Zaandam are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%.Rainfall
In Zaandam, during December, the rain falls for 17.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 52mm (2.05") of precipitation. In Zaandam, Netherlands, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175.8 days and collects up to 509mm (20.04") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March and December are months with snowfall in Zaandam. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 1.8 snowfall days, it receives 8mm (0.31") of snow. In Zaandam, Netherlands, during the entire year, snow falls for 8 days and aggregates up to 33mm (1.3") of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Zaandam is December, with an average of 7h and 48min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:29 and sunset at 16:30. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 08:50 and sunset at 16:36 CET.
Sunshine
With an average of 3.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Zaandam.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Zaandam. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Zaandam, Netherlands
- Average high temperature in December: 7.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (20.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.6°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 4.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (2.7°C).
Average pressure in December
Zaandam, 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 (1011.1mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Zaandam, Netherlands
- Average wind speed in December: 24km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (24km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (15.2km/h).
Average humidity in December
Zaandam, 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 (75%).
Average rainfall in December
Zaandam, Netherlands
- Average rainfall in December: 52mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (67mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (17mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Zaandam, Netherlands
- Average rainfall days in December: 17.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Zaandam, Netherlands
- Average snowfall in December: 8mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (14mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Zaandam, Netherlands
- Average snowfall days in December: 1.8 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.6 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
Zaandam, Netherlands
- Average daylight in December: 7h and 48min
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 30min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
Zaandam, Netherlands
- Average sunshine days in December: 10.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is April (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (10.5 days).
Average UV index in December
Zaandam, 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
Zaandam, 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 August (Cloud cover 39).
Average visibility in December
Zaandam, Netherlands
- Average visibility in December: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are November and December (9km).
