December weather forecastZaanstad, Netherlands
December
Weather in December
Finally, December in Zaanstad unveils a charming winter scene, with temperatures oscillating between 7.2°C (45°F) during warmer spells and 4.6°C (40.3°F) in colder periods. December is graced with the advent of snowfall, lending a festive charm to the city. Shorter daylight hours combined with the falling snow imbue the city with a sense of peace and tranquility. As the year concludes, the cold weather invites locals and visitors to embrace the magical winter wonderland that Zaanstad transforms into.Temperature
With the transition into December, Zaanstad notes an average high-temperature of a still frosty 7.2°C (45°F), closely resembling November. Nighttime in Zaanstad, during December, brings an average low of 4.6°C (40.3°F), a modest reduction from the day's peak.Humidity
January and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In Zaanstad, in December, it is raining for 17.5 days, with typically 52mm (2.05") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 175.8 rainfall days, and 509mm (20.04") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through March and December are months with snowfall in Zaanstad, Netherlands. December is the first month it typically snows in Zaanstad. Throughout December, in the average 1.8 snowfall days, it receives 8mm (0.31") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 8 snowfall days, and 33mm (1.3") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Zaanstad, 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 08:51 and sunset at 16:37 CET.
Sunshine
With an average of 3.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.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 health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Zaanstad, 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
Zaanstad, 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
Zaanstad, 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
Zaanstad, 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
Zaanstad, 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
Zaanstad, 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
Zaanstad, 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
Zaanstad, 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
Zaanstad, 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
Zaanstad, 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
Zaanstad, 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
Zaanstad, 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
Zaanstad, 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).
