December weather forecast
Antwerp, Belgium

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Weather in December

December is a festive and frosty month in Antwerp, with low temperatures averaging at 3°C (37.4°F) and the city frequently coated in a thin layer of snow. The city witnesses a significant amount of precipitation, 57mm (2.24"), and an average of 25mm (0.98") of snowfall. Despite the low temperatures and cloud-covered skies, the city sparkles with lights, with Christmas markets adding a festive joy to the cold season. While exploring outdoor attractions may be challenging, the indoor art galleries, museums, and historic sites pull visitors towards them with their warm indoor retreats.

Temperature

The arrival of December is marked by a minor reduction in average high-temperature, sliding from a fresh 10°C (50°F) in November to a frosty 6.5°C (43.7°F). Throughout December, Antwerp reports a steady low-temperature average of 3°C (37.4°F), slightly lower than its daytime counterpart.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Antwerp is December, when the rain falls for 18.7 days and typically aggregates up to 57mm (2.24") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Antwerp, Belgium, are January through March, November and December. In Antwerp, in December, during 2.4 snowfall days, 25mm (0.98") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Antwerp, there are 12.5 snowfall days, and 98mm (3.86") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Antwerp is December, with an average of 8h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:25 and sunset at 16:38. On the last day of December, in Antwerp, Belgium, sunrise is at 08:46 and sunset at 16:44 CET.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Antwerp is December, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Antwerp, Belgium, 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Antwerp?

Antwerp in December has an average high-temperature of 6.5°C (43.7°F) and an average low-temperature of 3°C (37.4°F).

What is the most humid month in Antwerp?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Antwerp?

The average relative humidity in December in Antwerp is 87%.

What is the rainiest month in Antwerp?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Antwerp. Rain falls for 18.7 days and accumulates 57mm (2.24") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Antwerp in December?

In Antwerp, in December, it is raining for 18.7 days, with typically 57mm (2.24") of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Antwerp in December?

In December, in Antwerp, Belgium, it is snowing for 2.4 days. Throughout December, 25mm (0.98") of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Antwerp?

With an average of 8h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Antwerp have in December?

The average day length in December is 7h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Antwerp?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 08:25 and sunset at 16:38. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:46 and sunset at 16:44 CET.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Antwerp?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 3.7h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Antwerp have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Antwerp is 3.7h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Antwerp?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Antwerp, Belgium, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Antwerp, Belgium

Average temperature in December - Antwerp, Belgium
  • Average high temperature in December: 6.5°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (23.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (1.6°C).

Average pressure in December
Antwerp, Belgium

Average pressure in December - Antwerp, Belgium
  • Average pressure in December: 1015.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1012.2mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Antwerp, Belgium

Average wind speed in December - Antwerp, Belgium
  • Average wind speed in December: 17.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (17.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.6km/h).

Average humidity in December
Antwerp, Belgium

Average humidity in December - Antwerp, Belgium
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Antwerp, Belgium

Average rainfall in December - Antwerp, Belgium
  • Average rainfall in December: 57mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (57mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (18mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Antwerp, Belgium

Average rainfall days in December - Antwerp, Belgium
  • Average rainfall days in December: 18.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (11.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Antwerp, Belgium

Average snowfall in December - Antwerp, Belgium
  • Average snowfall in December: 25mm

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (31mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Antwerp, Belgium

Average snowfall days in December - Antwerp, Belgium
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.3 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
Antwerp, Belgium

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Antwerp, Belgium
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Antwerp, Belgium

Average sunshine days in December - Antwerp, Belgium
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (8.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Antwerp, Belgium

Average UV index in December - Antwerp, Belgium
  • 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
Antwerp, Belgium

Average cloud cover in December - Antwerp, Belgium
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and August (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in December
Antwerp, Belgium

Average visibility in December - Antwerp, Belgium
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

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

Antwerp, Belgium

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