December weather forecastZelhem, Netherlands

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Zelhem, Netherlands, with temperature in the range of an average low of 2.1°C (35.8°F) and an average high of 5.6°C (42.1°F).

Temperature

The transition to December results in a modest reduction in average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 9°C (48.2°F) in November to an icy 5.6°C (42.1°F). A steady low-temperature average of 2.1°C (35.8°F) is logged in Zelhem, Netherlands, during December, reflecting a modest dip from daytime readings.

Humidity

The most humid month in Zelhem is December, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

Rainfall

In Zelhem, during December, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 14mm (0.55") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Zelhem, there are 116.6 rainfall days, and 152mm (5.98") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Zelhem. In Zelhem, in December, during 2.5 snowfall days, 6mm (0.24") of snow is typically accumulated. In Zelhem, during the entire year, snow falls for 11 days and aggregates up to 22mm (0.87") of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 7h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 08:20 and sunset at 16:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:42 and sunset at 16:32 CET.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Zelhem is December, with an average of 3.5h 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 minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

In December, in Zelhem, the average high-temperature is 5.6°C (42.1°F), and the average low-temperature is 2.1°C (35.8°F).

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

In Zelhem, Netherlands, the average relative humidity in December is 89%.

In Zelhem, Netherlands, in December, during 10.1 rainfall days, 14mm (0.55") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In December, in Zelhem, it is snowing for 2.5 days. Throughout December, 6mm (0.24") of snow is accumulated.

With an average of 7h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Zelhem.

In Zelhem, the average day length in December is 7h and 50min.

On the first day of December in Zelhem, Netherlands, sunrise is at 08:20 and sunset at 16:26. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:42 and sunset at 16:32 CET.

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

In Zelhem, Netherlands, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.5h.

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

In Zelhem, Netherlands, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Zelhem, Netherlands

  • Average high temperature in December: 5.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (22.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 2.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.7°C).

Average pressure in December
Zelhem, Netherlands

  • Average pressure in December: 1015.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.1mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Zelhem, Netherlands

  • Average wind speed in December: 17.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (17.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (11.7km/h).

Average humidity in December
Zelhem, Netherlands

  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Zelhem, Netherlands

  • Average rainfall in December: 14mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (17mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (7mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Zelhem, Netherlands

  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Zelhem, Netherlands

  • Average snowfall in December: 6mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (9mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Zelhem, Netherlands

  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.5 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
Zelhem, Netherlands

  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 48min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 36min).
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 August (Average sunshine: 9h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Zelhem, Netherlands

  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Zelhem, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Zelhem, Netherlands

  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in December
Zelhem, Netherlands

  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (8km).