Hessen Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Hessen, Germany in December.

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Frankfurt/Main Willingen Kassel Medebach

Planning a getaway to Hessen, Germany this December and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Hessen in December

Hessen, Germany is a region in Germany. December in Hessen generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 4°C (39°F) in Gersfeld to 6°C (43°F) in Lampertheim. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 1°C (34°F) in Lampertheim and -1°C (30°F) in Gersfeld.

For specific regional insights in Hessen, Germany, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Bad Emstal with an average of 65 mm (2.6 in) to high snow/rainfall in Schutzbach with 118 mm (4.6 in). Based on our climate, it is the month with the most precipitation throughout the year in Frankfurt/Main.

Average sunshine

Sunshine tends to be more scarce in many locations. Frankfurt/Main gets roughly 44 hours of sunlight. For sunnier alternatives, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

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Best Places to Visit in Hessen in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Hessen.

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 Hessen

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

Temperature range in Hessen (December)

Precipitation variation in Hessen (December)

Frankfurt/Main

In December Frankfurt/Main 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
52 hours
44 hours
49 hours
Monthly rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Frankfurt/Main →

Willingen

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

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
45 hours
31 hours
39 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Willingen →

Kassel

In December Kassel generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°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
8°C (46°F)
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
0°C (32°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
45 hours
31 hours
39 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
18 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Kassel →

Medebach

In December Medebach generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly sun hours
45 hours
31 hours
39 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
77 mm (3 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Medebach →

Frankenau

In December Frankenau generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°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
8°C (46°F)
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
-1°C (30°F)
Monthly sun hours
45 hours
31 hours
39 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Frankenau →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Hessen, in Germany.

Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Hessen in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Frankfurt/Main 6°C (43°F) 1°C (34°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Willingen 5°C (41°F) -1°C (30°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)
Kassel 5°C (41°F) 0°C (32°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Medebach 4°C (39°F) -1°C (30°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Frankenau 5°C (41°F) 0°C (32°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Wiesbaden 6°C (43°F) 0°C (32°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)

Hessen weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Hessen, Germany in December?

Expect poor weather across Hessen, Germany in December. The popular destination of Frankfurt/Main averages 6°C (43°F) by day and 1°C (34°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in Hessen, Germany in December?

Average temperatures in Hessen, Germany during December range from a nighttime low near 1°C (34°F) to a daytime high around 6°C (43°F) in Frankfurt/Main.

Does Hessen, Germany get a lot of rain in December?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Hessen, Germany during December, with Frankfurt/Main averaging close to 73 mm (2.9 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit Hessen, Germany?

In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit Hessen, Germany due to the typically poor weather in Frankfurt/Main.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in May, June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Frankfurt/Main. On the other hand, the months of January, February, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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