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Berlin weather in December (Berlin Federal State, Germany)

What does the weather outlook for Berlin look like in December? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

The typical weather for December in Berlin includes low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. December is known for being in the winter season. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 5°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around -0°C.

Precipitation

Berlin in December usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 53 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 16 days will see snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 47 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

Average windspeed

Wind speeds average 5 m/s during December. At this speed, gentle to moderate breezes make small trees sway and the wind creates whitecaps on water bodies. Daily variations range from moderate winds to stronger breezes, creating excellent conditions for sailing, kite flying and wind sports.

December in Berlin has its charm. However, if you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations in the world.

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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Germany, check out our Berlin's climate page.

Berlin, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -0°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 5°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 53%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 53 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 86%  
WindspeedWindspeed 5 m/s  
SunshineSunshine 47 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Germany in December

Find out more about the weather in Germany and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Germany, check out our Berlin's climate page.

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

Interested in more climate information?

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Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Germany? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Germany. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.