German weather in December (Sofia, Bulgaria)

What weather conditions can you expect in German this December? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

Typically, December in German includes low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. December is known for being in the winter season. Anticipate daytime highs near 5°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around -3°C. Prepare for low temperatures this month by wearing plenty of layers. It's essential to stay warm in such cold conditions.

Precipitation

German in December usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 56 mm for the month. This month experiences about 9 days of snow/rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 68 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit German. May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February 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 German climate page with graphs.

 

German, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature -3°C  

Max Temperature 5°C  

Chance of Rain 29%  

Precipitation 56 mm  

Rainy days 9 days  

Humidity 79% *  

Windspeed 7 km/h *  

Sunshine 68 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Sofia, Bulgaria (22 KM, 14 Miles).

Where to go in Bulgaria in December

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

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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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

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in German.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to Bulgaria? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in Bulgaria. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.