Lower-Saxony Weather in December

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

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Hanover Braunlage Cuxhaven Norden

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

What to Expect in Lower-Saxony in December

Lower-Saxony, Germany is a region in Germany. December in Lower-Saxony generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. December falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 4°C (39°F) in Braunlage to 8°C (46°F) in Borkum. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 4°C (39°F) in Borkum and -1°C (30°F) in Braunlage.

For a closer look at conditions across Lower-Saxony, Germany, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Dangenstorf with an average of 56 mm (2.2 in) to high rainfall in Insel Neuwerk with 102 mm (4 in).

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. Hanover receives around 38 hours of sunlight. If you prefer more sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations.

Explore Lower-Saxony by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Lower-Saxony — and find the best time to visit. (based on Hanover)

January5°C (41°F) February6°C (43°F) March10°C (50°F) April15°C (59°F) May19°C (66°F) This monthJune22°C (72°F) July25°C (77°F) August24°C (75°F) September20°C (68°F) October15°C (59°F) November9°C (48°F) December6°C (43°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Lower-Saxony in December

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

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 Lower-Saxony

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

Temperature range in Lower-Saxony (December)

Precipitation variation in Lower-Saxony (December)

Hanover

In December Hanover 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
4°C (39°F)
1°C (34°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
52 hours
38 hours
50 hours
Monthly rainfall
60 mm (2.4 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Hanover →

Braunlage

In December Braunlage 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)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
75 mm (3 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Braunlage →

Cuxhaven

In December Cuxhaven generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°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
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly rainfall
94 mm (3.7 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
18 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Cuxhaven →

Norden

In December Norden generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°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
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
56 hours
50 hours
52 hours
Monthly rainfall
78 mm (3.1 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
20 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Norden →

Sankt Andreasberg

In December Sankt Andreasberg 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)
3°C (37°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Lower-Saxony, in Germany.

Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Lower-Saxony in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Hanover 6°C (43°F) 1°C (34°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Braunlage 4°C (39°F) -1°C (30°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Cuxhaven 7°C (45°F) 3°C (37°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)
Norden 7°C (45°F) 3°C (37°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Sankt Andreasberg 4°C (39°F) -1°C (30°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Bad Harzburg 5°C (41°F) -1°C (30°F) 75 mm (3 in)

Lower-Saxony weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Lower-Saxony, Germany in December?

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

What is the average temperature in Lower-Saxony, Germany in December?

In Hanover, the average daytime high in December is 6°C (43°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 1°C (34°F).

Does Lower-Saxony, Germany get a lot of rain in December?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Lower-Saxony, Germany during December, with Hanover averaging close to 68 mm (2.7 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit Lower-Saxony, Germany?

In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to Lower-Saxony, Germany with often poor weather in Hanover.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Hanover. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, November and December tend to be poor.

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