Temperature in Germany in December

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities across Germany this December.

Germany, experiences maximum daytime temperatures in December ranging from 1°C (34°F) in Oberstdorf to 8°C (46°F) in Helgoland. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 4°C (39°F) in Helgoland and -7°C (19°F) in Oberstdorf. December is part of the winter season

What is the temperature of the different cities in Germany in December?

Find the average daytime temperatures in December for the most popular destinations in Germany on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailed information.

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Best Places to Visit in Germany in December

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in December: blue is cold, red is hot.

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Germany temperatures in December: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Germany in December?

Expect daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) in Berlin. That makes December a low month for Germany.

How cold does it get at night in Germany in December?

After dark, Berlin cools to about 0°C (32°F) on an average December night.

What is the warmest city in December in Germany?

Based on our systematic data collection, Helgoland has been identified as the city with the highest average temperatures. The daytime temperature usually hovers around 8°C (46°F), while at night it goes down to an approximate temperature of 4°C (39°F).

What is the coldest city in December in Germany?

According to our data, Oberstdorf holds the title for the coldest city in Germany in December. It experiences maximum temperatures of approximately 1°C (34°F) and drops to lows of about -7°C (19°F) during the night.

How much sun does Germany get in December?

Across Germany, sunshine in December ranges from overcast in Kassel (31 hours) to moderately sunny in Zugspitze (117 hours).

What is the water temperature in December?

The water temperature averages approximately 7°C (45°F) in Emden this month, generally too cold for comfortable swimming.

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