December weather forecast
Gieten, Netherlands

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Gieten, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between max 5.9°C (42.6°F) and min 2.1°C (35.8°F).

Temperature

As December begins, there is a minor decrease in the average high-temperature, softly falling from a frosty 8.9°C (48°F) in November to an icy 5.9°C (42.6°F). During December, the nighttime temperatures align closely with the daytime averages, measuring a still cold 2.1°C (35.8°F).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 89%, December is the most humid month in Gieten.

Rainfall

In Gieten, during December, the rain falls for 16.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 42mm (1.65") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 176.6 rainfall days, and 457mm (17.99") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Gieten, Netherlands, are January through April, November and December. In Gieten, during December, snow falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 23mm (0.91") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 13.4 snowfall days, and 88mm (3.46") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 7h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Gieten, sunrise is at 08:24 and sunset at 16:20. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:46 and sunset at 16:26 CET.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Gieten are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Gieten during December?
The average high-temperature, in December, in Gieten, is 5.9°C (42.6°F), while the average low-temperature is 2.1°C (35.8°F).
What is the most humid month in Gieten?
With an average relative humidity of 89%, December is the most humid month in Gieten.
What is the average humidity in December in Gieten?
In Gieten, Netherlands, the average relative humidity in December is 89%.
How much does it rain in Gieten in December?
In Gieten, in December, it is raining for 16.7 days, with typically 42mm (1.65") of accumulated precipitation.
How many days does it snow in December in Gieten?
In Gieten, Netherlands, in December, during 2.8 snowfall days, 23mm (0.91") of snow is typically accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days in Gieten?
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 7h and 42min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Gieten have in December?
In Gieten, the average day length in December is 7h and 40min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Gieten?
On the first day of December in Gieten, Netherlands, sunrise is at 08:24 and sunset at 16:20. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:46 and sunset at 16:26 CET.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Gieten?
With an average of 3.2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Gieten, Netherlands.
How long on average sun shines in December in Gieten?
The average sunshine duration in December in Gieten is 3.2h.
When is the lowest UV index in Gieten?
The months with the lowest UV index in Gieten are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.
How high is the UV index in December in Gieten?
In Gieten, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in December - Gieten, Netherlands
Average temperature in December
Gieten, Netherlands
  • Average high temperature in December: 5.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (21.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 2.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (0.5°C).

Average pressure in December - Gieten, Netherlands
Average pressure in December
Gieten, Netherlands
  • Average pressure in December: 1013.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1016.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.2mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Gieten, Netherlands
Average wind speed in December
Gieten, Netherlands
  • Average wind speed in December: 18.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (18.9km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (12.7km/h).

Average humidity in December - Gieten, Netherlands
Average humidity in December
Gieten, Netherlands
  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

Average rainfall in December - Gieten, Netherlands
Average rainfall in December
Gieten, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall in December: 42mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (49mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (25mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Gieten, Netherlands
Average rainfall days in December
Gieten, Netherlands
  • Average rainfall days in December: 16.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (11.1 days).

Average snowfall in December - Gieten, Netherlands
Average snowfall in December
Gieten, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall in December: 23mm

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

Average snowfall days in December - Gieten, Netherlands
Average snowfall days in December
Gieten, Netherlands
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.5 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 - Gieten, Netherlands
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gieten, Netherlands
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December - Gieten, Netherlands
Average sunshine days in December
Gieten, Netherlands
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11 days

The months with the most sunshine days are September and October (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December - Gieten, Netherlands
Average UV index in December
Gieten, Netherlands
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December - Gieten, Netherlands
Average cloud cover in December
Gieten, Netherlands
  • Average cloud cover in December: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 44).

Average visibility in December - Gieten, Netherlands
Average visibility in December
Gieten, Netherlands
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

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

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