December weather forecast
Stuttgart, Germany

December in Stuttgart epitomizes winter, with the dipping temperature and reduced daylight hours corroborating the change. The city experiences its lowest amount of daylight, measured at 8.4 hours, and maintains a UV index of 1. There's an insignificant rise in rainfall to 50mm (1.97") when compared to November, but December's austere chill is conveyed through its temperature band from 0.6°C (33.1°F) to 4.4°C (39.9°F). With the palpable change in weather, the city gears up for the holiday season amidst the beautiful snow-capped landscapes.

Temperature

A mild shift in the average high-temperature occurs in December, reducing from a frosty 8.3°C (46.9°F) in November to a cold 4.4°C (39.9°F). Throughout December, Stuttgart reports a steady low-temperature average of 0.6°C (33.1°F), slightly lower than its daytime counterpart.

Rainfall

In Stuttgart, in December, during 15 rainfall days, 50mm (1.97") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 172 rainfall days, and 714mm (28.11") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:55 and sunset at 16:29. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 08:16 and sunset at 16:36 CET.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 1.9h of sunshine.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.