Baden-Württemberg Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Baden-Württemberg, Germany in December.

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Rust Stuttgart Baden-Baden Freiburg im Breisgau

Are you planning a trip a to Baden-Württemberg, Germany in December and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Baden-Württemberg in December

Baden-Württemberg, Germany is a region in Germany. December in Baden-Württemberg generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. The month of December is in the winter season.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 4°C (39°F) in Bad Dürrheim to 7°C (45°F) in Kehl am Rhein. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 1°C (34°F) in Kehl am Rhein and -2°C (28°F) in Bad Dürrheim.

For specific regional insights in Baden-Württemberg, Germany, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Niederstotzingen with an average of 72 mm (2.8 in) to high snow/rainfall in Feldberg with 151 mm (5.9 in). Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Rust receives the most rainfall during this month of the year.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is quite limited in many locations during December. Rust receives roughly 72 hours of sunlight. For destinations with more sunshine, our weather planner offers alternatives worldwide.

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Best Places to Visit in Baden-Württemberg in December

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Baden-Württemberg

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Baden-Württemberg, Germany?

Temperature range in Baden-Württemberg (December)

Precipitation variation in Baden-Württemberg (December)

Rust

In December Rust generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
1°C (34°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
62 hours
72 hours
59 hours
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Rust →

Stuttgart

In December Stuttgart generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
75 hours
61 hours
80 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Stuttgart →

Baden-Baden

In December Baden-Baden generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
0°C (32°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
62 hours
45 hours
56 hours
Monthly rainfall
98 mm (3.9 in)
121 mm (4.8 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Baden-Baden →

Freiburg im Breisgau

In December Freiburg im Breisgau generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
62 hours
72 hours
59 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
104 mm (4.1 in)
129 mm (5.1 in)
111 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Freiburg im Breisgau →

Heidelberg

In December Heidelberg generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
1°C (34°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
58 hours
45 hours
57 hours
Monthly rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Heidelberg →

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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Baden-Württemberg in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Rust 7°C (45°F) 1°C (34°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Stuttgart 6°C (43°F) 0°C (32°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Baden-Baden 6°C (43°F) 0°C (32°F) 121 mm (4.8 in)
Freiburg im Breisgau 5°C (41°F) -1°C (30°F) 129 mm (5.1 in)
Heidelberg 6°C (43°F) 1°C (34°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)
Löffingen 4°C (39°F) -2°C (28°F) 118 mm (4.6 in)

Baden-Württemberg weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Baden-Württemberg, Germany in December?

Expect poor weather across Baden-Württemberg, Germany in December. The popular destination of Rust averages 7°C (45°F) by day and 1°C (34°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in Baden-Württemberg, Germany in December?

Daytime temperatures in Rust peak at roughly 7°C (45°F) in December, dropping to about 1°C (34°F) overnight.

Does Baden-Württemberg, Germany get a lot of rain in December?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Baden-Württemberg, Germany during December, with Rust averaging close to 94 mm (3.7 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit Baden-Württemberg, Germany?

In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to Baden-Württemberg, Germany with often poor weather in Rust.

Generally speaking, May, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Rust. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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