Oberhausen weather in December (Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany)

How is December weather typically in Oberhausen? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

In December, Oberhausen typically experiences low temperatures and moderate rainfall. December marks the winter season. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 6°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 1°C.

Precipitation

Oberhausen in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 85 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. On average, there are about 15 days with rain during this month.

Average sunshine

This month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with about 45 hours of sunshine. It's great for those who appreciate cooler, less sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Oberhausen. May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Oberhausen, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 1°C  

Max Temperature 6°C  

Chance of Rain 51%  

Precipitation 85 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 86% *  

Sunshine 45 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Karlsruhe, Germany (25 KM, 15 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

Interested in more climate information?

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