December weather forecast
Germany

December in Germany heralds the full onset of winter. The month experiences a further decrease in temperatures, usually ranging from 0°C (32°F) to 4°C (39.2°F). However, in many regions, especially towards the latter half of December, temperatures can frequently plunge below freezing.

Cities such as Dresden, Nuremberg, and Leipzig dress in festive lights, with Christmas markets offering warmth and cheer against the chilly backdrop. Snow becomes a common sight, not just in the mountainous regions like the Bavarian Alps but also in many urban areas, painting the landscapes in pristine white. The southern parts, especially areas close to the Alps, can experience substantial snowfall, providing an ideal setting for winter sports enthusiasts.

Along the coast, places like Kiel and Flensburg, while being slightly milder due to the maritime influence, grapple with damp and often misty conditions. The sea temperatures drop significantly, with the Baltic Sea often recording temperatures close to 4°C (39.2°F).

Daylight becomes a limited commodity in December, with the winter solstice marking the shortest day of the year. This is especially pronounced in the northern parts of Germany, where daylight hours can be fleeting.

While December carries the charm of festivities, it's also characterized by its cold winds, especially those originating from Siberia and the northern polar region. These winds can lead to sharp decreases in temperatures, with certain areas even experiencing lows close to -20.6°C (-5.1°F), especially in valleys and elevated terrains.

Compared to the cold yet transitional atmosphere of November, December stands as the threshold of Germany's deep winter, ushering in the prolonged cold that January and February are renowned for.

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• Berlin - December »
  In Berlin, in December, during 6 snowfall days, 41mm (1.61") of snow is typically accumulated. In Berlin during December, snow falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 41mm (1.61") of snow.
• Hamburg - December »
  In Hamburg in December, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 34mm (1.34") of snow. The month with the shortest days in Hamburg is December, with an average of 7h and 36min of daylight.
• Munich - December »
  In Munich, during December, the rain falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 61mm (2.4") of precipitation. The month with the least sunshine in Munich is December, with an average of 1.6h of sunshine.
• Cologne - December »
  The month with the least sunshine in Cologne is December, with an average of 1.3h of sunshine. December has the shortest days of the year in Cologne, with an average of 8h and 0min of daylight.
• Frankfurt - December »
  December has the shortest days of the year in Frankfurt, with an average of 8h and 6min of daylight. In Frankfurt in December, during 16 rainfall days, 54mm (2.13") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Stuttgart - December »
  December in Stuttgart epitomizes winter, with the dipping temperature and reduced daylight hours corroborating the change. In Stuttgart, in December, during 15 rainfall days, 50mm (1.97") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Düsseldorf - December »
  The month with the most rainfall in Düsseldorf is December, when the rain falls for 14.7 days and typically aggregates up to 32mm (1.26") of precipitation. In Düsseldorf during December, snow falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 13mm (0.51") of snow.
• Dortmund - December »
  The month with the shortest days in Dortmund is December, with an average of 7h and 54min of daylight. In Dortmund in December, during 6 snowfall days, 62mm (2.44") of snow is typically accumulated.
• Essen - December »
  The month with the most rainfall in Essen is December, when the rain falls for 10 days and typically aggregates up to 17mm (0.67") of precipitation. The month with the shortest days in Essen is December, with an average of 7h and 54min of daylight.
• Leipzig - December »
  In Leipzig in December, during 4.1 snowfall days, 30mm (1.18") of snow is typically accumulated. December has the shortest days of the year in Leipzig with an average of 8h and 0min of daylight.
• Bremen - December »
  In Bremen in December, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 18mm (0.71") of snow. With an average of 7h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Bremen, Germany.
• Dresden - December »
  The month with the shortest days in Dresden, Germany, is December, with an average of 8h and 0min of daylight. In Dresden, Germany, during December, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 33mm (1.3") of precipitation.