December weather forecastZwolle, Netherlands

December

Weather in December

Eventually, December unfolds itself as the coldest month, with temperatures reaching a chilly high of 5.8°C (42.4°F) and a freezing low of 2.4°C (36.3°F). The onset of snowfall becomes prominent with 9mm (0.35") snowfall in December. The daylight hours diminish to the lowest average of 7.8 hours per day. The weather throughout December, sets the perfect winter mood with its plummeting temperatures and snowfall. The colder temperatures, shorter days, increased snowfall, and enhanced wind speed confirm the full-fledged arrival of winter in Zwolle.

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature marginally drops from a frosty 9°C (48.2°F) in November to a wintry 5.8°C (42.4°F). The December average low temperature in Zwolle, Netherlands, marginally lower than the daytime high, records at a still icy 2.4°C (36.3°F).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Zwolle, in December, during 10.7 rainfall days, 18mm (0.71") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Zwolle, there are 129.5 rainfall days, and 203mm (7.99") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Zwolle are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 2 snowfall days, it receives 9mm (0.35") of snow. In Zwolle, during the entire year, snow falls for 8.7 days and aggregates up to 32mm (1.26") of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 7h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:24 and sunset at 16:25. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 08:46 and sunset at 16:31 CET.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

Zwolle in December has an average high-temperature of 5.8°C (42.4°F) and an average low-temperature of 2.4°C (36.3°F).

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

In December, the average relative humidity is 89%.

In Zwolle, during December, the rain falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 18mm (0.71") of precipitation.

December is the first month it typically snows in Zwolle. Throughout December, in the average 2 snowfall days, it receives 9mm (0.35") of snow.

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

The average day length in December in Zwolle is 7h and 46min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:24 and sunset at 16:25. On the last day of the month, in Zwolle, Netherlands, sunrise is at 08:46 and sunset at 16:31 CET.

The month with the least sunshine in Zwolle, Netherlands, is December, with an average of 3.4h of sunshine.

In Zwolle, Netherlands, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.4h.

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Zwolle.

In Zwolle, Netherlands, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Zwolle, Netherlands

  • Average high temperature in December: 5.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (22.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 2.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (0.8°C).

Average pressure in December
Zwolle, Netherlands

  • Average pressure in December: 1014.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1016.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.5mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Zwolle, Netherlands

  • Average wind speed in December: 18.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (18.5km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (12.3km/h).

Average humidity in December
Zwolle, 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
Zwolle, Netherlands

  • Average rainfall in December: 18mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (25mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (10mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Zwolle, Netherlands

  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Zwolle, Netherlands

  • Average snowfall in December: 9mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (11mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Zwolle, Netherlands

  • Average snowfall days in December: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.9 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
Zwolle, 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 24min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 8h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Zwolle, Netherlands

  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (13.3 days).

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

Average cloud cover in December
Zwolle, Netherlands

  • Average cloud cover in December: 68

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 43).

Average visibility in December
Zwolle, 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).