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Erfurt Weather in December

December in Erfurt brings low temperatures, with highs of 5°C (41°F) and nights dropping to -1°C (30°F). Expect some snow/rainfall, with around 58 mm (2.3 in) typical for the month.

Rainfall in Erfurt in December

Snow/rain is expected on roughly 17 days, totalling around 58 mm (2.3 in) for the month. With rain spread across many days but low totals, showers are typically short and light rather than heavy.

Temperature in Erfurt in December

Erfurt in December gets highs of 5°C (41°F) during the day and drops to -1°C (30°F) at night. December is part of winter. Even daytime conditions remain cold, making layers, a warm coat, and winter accessories a good idea. At -1°C (30°F) overnight, frost and ice are likely outside. Indoors, consider packing an extra blanket if you're unsure about the heating. As one of the coldest months, it's important to layer up to stay warm. Don't let the chill catch you off-guard.

Sunshine in Erfurt in December

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 45 hours of sunshine.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Erfurt. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Erfurt Temperature in December

Min Temperature
-1°C (30°F)
Max Temperature
5°C (41°F)
Chance of Rain
55%
Precipitation
58 mm (2.3 in)
Rainy days
17 days
Sunshine
45 hours
Percentage Sunshine

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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 Erfurt 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. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Erfurt in December

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

  • Swimming
    4/10
  • Cycling
    3/10
  • Walking
    3/10
  • Camping
    1/10
  • Outdoor sports
    3/10

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