Cēsis Weather in December
December in Cēsis brings very low temperatures, with daytime highs of 1°C (34°F) and nights around -4°C (25°F). Expect around 60 mm (2.4 in) of snow/rainfall during the month.
Rainfall in Cēsis in December
Typically, about 20 days will experience snow/rainfall, with an average of 60 mm (2.4 in) for the month. With rain spread across many days but low totals, showers are typically short and light rather than heavy.
Temperature in Cēsis in December
In December, Cēsis gets very low temperatures, with highs of 1°C (34°F). Nights cool to around -4°C (25°F). Winter occurs in December. It stays very cold throughout much of the day, so warm winter clothing is essential. With lows of -4°C (25°F), nights are freezing. Packing a spare blanket is worth considering if you're staying somewhere that might not be fully heated. It's a notably cold month; make sure to wear layers to stay warm. It's wiser to gear up in advance than to be caught off-guard, trembling in the cold.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Cēsis. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
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Cēsis Temperature in December
Min Temperature
-4°C (25°F)
Max Temperature
1°C (34°F)
Chance of Rain
66%
Precipitation
60 mm (2.4 in)
Rainy days
20 days
Daily Historical Temperatures
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Cēsis typically stay consistent throughout December, with daily highs averaging around 1°C (34°F). Nights are very cold, with lows typically ranging from -6°C (21°F) to -3°C (27°F).
Average temperatures in December
Daily Historical Precipitation
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in December
Historical weather for Cēsis in December
Browse day-by-day weather records for Cēsis spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Cēsis historical weather extremes in December
Based on weather observations in Cēsis between 1979 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during December.
- Cēsis recorded its highest December temperature of 11°C (52°F) on December 20, 2015.
- The wettest day in December Cēsis was on December 4, 2016 with 40 mm (1.6 in) of precipitation.
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What to Wear in Cēsis in December
We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Cēsis in December. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket.What To Do in Cēsis in December
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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