December weather forecast
Gelsenkirchen, Germany

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Weather in December

December ushers in the winter season in Gelsenkirchen, reminiscent of the early January weather. The transitioning landscapes transform into winter wonderlands, and snowfall greets the city again after a long break. The shorter daylight hours are coupled with cold winds and high humidity levels. Snow graces the city adding up to 7mm (0.28") of pristine white layer, making for a scenic end of the calendar year. As holiday lights illuminate the city, the snowy landscapes of Gelsenkirchen become even more enchanting.

Temperature

The arrival of December in Gelsenkirchen signals a subtle shift in temperature, down from a frosty 9.2°C (48.6°F) in November to a wintry 5.7°C (42.3°F). A consistent nighttime average temperature of 2.1°C (35.8°F) is maintained during December.

Humidity

The most humid month in Gelsenkirchen is December, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 10 days and typically aggregates up to 17mm (0.67") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Gelsenkirchen, Germany, are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 3.2 snowfall days, it receives 7mm (0.28") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 11.1 snowfall days, and 25mm (0.98") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 7h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:15 and sunset at 16:26. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 08:37 and sunset at 16:32 CET.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Gelsenkirchen, with an average of 3.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Gelsenkirchen are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Gelsenkirchen in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 5.7°C (42.3°F) and 2.1°C (35.8°F) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Gelsenkirchen?

The most humid month in Gelsenkirchen is December, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

What is the average humidity in December in Gelsenkirchen?

The average relative humidity in December in Gelsenkirchen, Germany, is 87%.

What is the rainiest month in Gelsenkirchen?

The month with the most rainfall in Gelsenkirchen, Germany, is December, when the rain falls for 10 days and typically aggregates up to 17mm (0.67") of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Gelsenkirchen?

In December, the rain falls for 10 days. Throughout December, 17mm (0.67") of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Gelsenkirchen?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 3.2 snowfall days, it receives 7mm (0.28") of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gelsenkirchen?

December has the shortest days of the year in Gelsenkirchen, with an average of 7h and 54min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Gelsenkirchen have in December?

In December, the average day length in Gelsenkirchen, Germany, is 7h and 56min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Gelsenkirchen?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:15 and sunset at 16:26. On the last day of the month, in Gelsenkirchen, sunrise is at 08:37 and sunset at 16:32 CET.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Gelsenkirchen?

With an average of 3.3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Gelsenkirchen.

How long on average sun shines in December in Gelsenkirchen?

The average sunshine duration in December in Gelsenkirchen is 3.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Gelsenkirchen?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Gelsenkirchen?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Gelsenkirchen, Germany

Average temperature in December - Gelsenkirchen, Germany
  • Average high temperature in December: 5.7°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (23.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 2.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.5°C).

Average pressure in December
Gelsenkirchen, Germany

Average pressure in December - Gelsenkirchen, Germany
  • Average pressure in December: 1016mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.9mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Gelsenkirchen, Germany

Average wind speed in December - Gelsenkirchen, Germany
  • Average wind speed in December: 16.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (16.5km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (10.9km/h).

Average humidity in December
Gelsenkirchen, Germany

Average humidity in December - Gelsenkirchen, Germany
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Gelsenkirchen, Germany

Average rainfall in December - Gelsenkirchen, Germany
  • Average rainfall in December: 17mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (17mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (6mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Gelsenkirchen, Germany

Average rainfall days in December - Gelsenkirchen, Germany
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.4 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and September (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gelsenkirchen, Germany

Average snowfall in December - Gelsenkirchen, Germany
  • Average snowfall in December: 7mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (8mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Gelsenkirchen, Germany

Average snowfall days in December - Gelsenkirchen, Germany
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.3 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
Gelsenkirchen, Germany

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gelsenkirchen, Germany
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 5min

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 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gelsenkirchen, Germany

Average sunshine days in December - Gelsenkirchen, Germany
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (15.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Gelsenkirchen, Germany

Average UV index in December - Gelsenkirchen, Germany
  • 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
Gelsenkirchen, Germany

Average cloud cover in December - Gelsenkirchen, Germany
  • 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 40).

Average visibility in December
Gelsenkirchen, Germany

Average visibility in December - Gelsenkirchen, Germany
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

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

Gelsenkirchen, Germany

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