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Altenkirchen Weather in December

Thinking of visiting Altenkirchen in December? Expect low temperatures reaching 6°C (43°F) during the day, dropping to 3°C (37°F) at night, and note that quite a bit of rainfall is likely.

Rainfall in Altenkirchen in December

Historically, December sees about 16 days of rain, with a monthly average of 74 mm (2.9 in). With rain spread across many days but low totals, showers are typically short and light rather than heavy.

Temperature in Altenkirchen in December

In December, Altenkirchen sees low temperatures, with highs of 6°C (43°F). Nights drop to around 3°C (37°F). Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. Nights fall to 3°C (37°F), which is cold enough to feel it indoors too. A good thick duvet makes all the difference for a comfortable night's sleep.

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

Altenkirchen Temperature in December

Min Temperature
3°C (37°F)
Max Temperature
6°C (43°F)
Chance of Rain
54%
Precipitation
74 mm (2.9 in)
Rainy days
16 days
Humidity
88% *
* Data from: Ostseebad Sellin, Germany (37 KM, 23 Miles).

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Altenkirchen in December

Cold weather calls for smart layering in December. A thermal base layer makes a huge difference in staying warm. Add a wool sweater or fleece, then a wind-resistant outer jacket. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days.

What To Do in Altenkirchen in December

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

  • Cycling
    4/10
  • Walking
    4/10
  • Barbeque
    1/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    4/10

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