Frankfurt weather in December (Germany)

Curious about the December weather in Frankfurt? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In December, Frankfurt generally has low temperatures and moderate rainfall. December is a winter month. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 6°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 1°C.

Frankfurt in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 74 mm for the month. With this being the wettest month, keeping an umbrella on hand might save you from getting wet from a sudden shower. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 16 days of rain are anticipated.

The city usually sees around 44 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Frankfurt. May, June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Frankfurt climate page with graphs.

 

Frankfurt, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 1°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 6°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 52%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 74 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 88%  
SunshineSunshine 44 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 17%  

Where to go in Germany in December

Find out more about the weather in Germany in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Frankfurt in December?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

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

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

Interested in more climate information?

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