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Germany Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Germany in December.

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Planning a getaway to Germany this December and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Germany in December

December in Germany generally has temperatures that range from very cold to cold, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. December falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is very cold in Oberstdorf at 1°C (34°F) to cold in Helgoland at 8°C (46°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 4°C (39°F) in Helgoland and -7°C (19°F) in Oberstdorf.

For specific regional insights in Germany, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Zwettl with an average of 49 mm (1.9 in) to high snow/rainfall in Feldberg with 151 mm (5.9 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine tends to be more scarce in many locations. Berlin gets roughly 47 hours of sunlight. For sunnier alternatives, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

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Best Places to Visit in Germany in December

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Germany

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Germany?

Temperature range in Germany (December)

Precipitation variation in Germany (December)

Berlin

In December Berlin generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
0°C (32°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
52 hours
47 hours
57 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Berlin →

Cologne

In December Cologne generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
60 hours
45 hours
55 hours
Monthly rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Cologne →

Binz

In December Binz generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Binz →

Munich

In December Munich generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
76 hours
60 hours
80 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
76 mm (3 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Munich →

Hamburg

In December Hamburg generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
1°C (34°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
53 hours
38 hours
45 hours
Monthly rainfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Hamburg →

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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Germany in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Berlin 5°C (41°F) 0°C (32°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Cologne 7°C (45°F) 2°C (36°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)
Winterberg 4°C (39°F) -1°C (30°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Munich 5°C (41°F) -1°C (30°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Hamburg 6°C (43°F) 1°C (34°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Frankfurt 6°C (43°F) 1°C (34°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)

Germany weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Germany in December?

Expect poor weather across Germany in December. The popular destination of Berlin averages 5°C (41°F) by day and 0°C (32°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in Germany in December?

In Berlin, the average daytime high in December is 5°C (41°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 0°C (32°F).

Does Germany get a lot of snow/rain in December?

Not particularly. Berlin averages just 53 mm (2.1 in) of snow/rain in December, making it a mostly dry month for Germany.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Germany?

In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit Germany due to the typically poor weather in Berlin.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Berlin. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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We have much more information about the climate in Germany.

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