Dresden Weather in December

December in Dresden brings low temperatures, with daytime highs of 5°C (41°F) and nights around -1°C (30°F). Quite a bit of snow/rainfall is expected, around 65 mm (2.6 in), so pack an umbrella.

Rainfall in Dresden in December

Typically around 16 days of snow/rainfall are expected, averaging 65 mm (2.6 in) for the month. Rain falls on many days this month, but usually in relatively small amounts. A light waterproof is more useful than a heavy umbrella.

Temperature in Dresden in December

Dresden in December gets highs of 5°C (41°F) during the day and drops to -1°C (30°F) at night. December marks the winter season. Temperatures remain on the cold side all day. A proper warm jacket is worth having, not just for evenings. With lows of -1°C (30°F), nights are freezing. Packing a spare blanket is worth considering if you're staying somewhere that might not be fully heated.

Sunshine in Dresden in December

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 54 hours of sunshine.

Wind Speed in Dresden in December

Wind speeds average 5 m/s (10 knots) 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.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Dresden. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.