Gelsenkirchen weather in December (North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany)

Can you expect sunny skies in Gelsenkirchen in December? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

In December, Gelsenkirchen usually has low temperatures and moderate rainfall. December ushers in the winter season. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 7°C, cooling down at night to around 2°C.

Precipitation

Gelsenkirchen in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 93 mm for the month. This month is known for heavy rainfall, so don't forget your umbrella to stay dry. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 18 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 44 hours of sunshine, perfect for those who enjoy cooler temperatures.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Gelsenkirchen. June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Gelsenkirchen, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 2°C  

Max Temperature 7°C  

Chance of Rain 61%  

Precipitation 93 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Sunshine 44 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Bochum, Germany (8 KM, 5 Miles).

Where to go in Germany in December

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

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 this month?

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.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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