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Frankfurt Weather in December

December in Frankfurt brings low temperatures, with daytime highs of 6°C (43°F) and nights around 1°C (34°F). It's also the wettest month of the year, so an umbrella is a must.

Rainfall in Frankfurt in December

As the month with the highest rainfall, make sure to have an umbrella to manage the showers. Historically, the month has about 16 days of rain, averaging 74 mm (2.9 in) in total. This is a month with many wet days but modest rainfall totals, so showers are generally light and easy to manage.

Temperature in Frankfurt in December

December in Frankfurt sees highs of 6°C (43°F) and lows of 1°C (34°F) overnight. December is known for being in the winter season. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. Nights fall to 1°C (34°F), which is cold enough to feel it indoors too. A good thick duvet makes all the difference for a comfortable night's sleep.

Sunshine in Frankfurt in December

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 44 hours of sunshine.

December in Frankfurt has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

Frankfurt Temperature in December

Min Temperature
1°C (34°F)
Max Temperature
6°C (43°F)
Chance of Rain
52%
Precipitation
74 mm (2.9 in)
Rainy days
16 days
Humidity
88%
Sunshine
44 hours
Percentage Sunshine
17%

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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 Frankfurt in December

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Frankfurt 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. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Frankfurt in December

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

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

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