Weather in December
December in Ærøskøbing, Denmark is synonymous with harsh winter and the holiday season. Transitioning from the cold November, it becomes one of the coldest months of the year. The sea contributes to the chilly ambiance with its low temperature of 5.2°C (41.4°F). Despite the plummeting temperatures, the city wears a festive look with twinkling lights and holiday decorations. The year ends on a frosty note, with snowflakes adding to the fairytale-like aura.
Note: At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:19 and sunset at 15:55. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 08:42 and sunset at 16:00 CET.
Sea temperature
In Ærøskøbing, the average seawater temperature in December is 5.2°C (41.4°F).Note: At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.
Daylight
With an average of 7h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:19 and sunset at 15:55. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 08:42 and sunset at 16:00 CET.
Updated: Jan 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions
What is the sea water temperature in December in Ærøskøbing?
In December, the average sea temperature in Ærøskøbing, Denmark, is 5.2°C (41.4°F). Swimming in 5.2°C (41.4°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.
What is the month with the shortest days in Ærøskøbing?
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 7h and 18min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December in Ærøskøbing?
In December, the average day length in Ærøskøbing, Denmark, is 7h and 19min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Ærøskøbing?
On the first day of December in Ærøskøbing, Denmark, sunrise is at 08:19 and sunset at 15:55. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:42 and sunset at 16:00 CET.
Average sea temperature in December
Ærøskøbing, Denmark
- Average sea temperature in December: 5.2°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (18.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is January (2.4°C).
Average daylight in December
Ærøskøbing, Denmark
- Average daylight in December: 7h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 18min).
Ærøskøbing, Denmark
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