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December is a poor month in Brilon

Climate Overview

Brilon, Germany in December has cold conditions, with highs averaging around 4.6°C (40°F). Rain falls on about 15 days this month, totalling around 86 mm.

This month falls at the beginning of Winter. Cold conditions dominate the month.

Temperatures remain fairly steady throughout December, with daily highs around 4°C (39°F).

Rainfall is heaviest during the last third of the month, while the middle tends to be drier.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 21th, averaging 5.8°C (42°F).

Compared to November, this month is about 3°C cooler with 1 more rainy days.

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Monthly December Averages

Temperature
5°C / 1°C
Feels Like
1°C / -3°C
Rain
15 days · 86 mm
Sunshine
2.6h / day
Humidity
90% — Very Humid
Wind
21 km/h
Wind Direction
SSW (213°)
Gusts
43 km/h
Daylight
7.9 h
Cloud Cover
81%
Clear Sky Days
1.2
UV Index
0.8 — Low
Dew Point
1°C — Dry
Moon Phase
Waxing Crescent · 31%
Snow Days
7 days · 8.4 cm
Frost Days
13 days

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

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Daily Precipitation

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Daily Sunshine

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Daily Wind Speed

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Wind Speed
Sun Position
Sunrise 08:26
Daylight 7.9h
Sunset 16:19

What to Expect

Cold daytime highs of 5°C (40°F) mean shorter outdoor excursions with warming breaks. Keep afternoons flexible as tropical showers are common — they typically clear within an hour.

Wet weather can spread across much of the day, so it is best to keep outdoor plans flexible.

Recent yearly records for December have stayed close to the long-run average.

Compare Months

January
Poor
Temp
3°C / -1°C
Feels Like
-1°C / -6°C
Rain
17days (101 mm) Wet
Sun
3.1h Poor
Humidity
89% Very Muggy
UV
1 Low
Snow Days
13days
February
Poor
Temp
5°C / 0°C
Feels Like
1°C / -5°C
Rain
14days (86 mm) Wet
Sun
5h Fair
Humidity
84% Humid
UV
1.6 Low
Snow Days
7days
March
Poor
Temp
8°C / 1°C
Feels Like
5°C / -3°C
Rain
14days (73 mm) Wet
Sun
7.2h Good
Humidity
79% Humid
UV
3.3 Moderate
Snow Days
6days
April
Poor
Temp
12°C / 3°C
Feels Like
9°C / 0°C
Rain
12days (67 mm) Wet
Sun
9.6h Good
Humidity
74% Muggy
UV
4.4 Moderate
Snow Days
3days
May
Fair
Temp
16°C / 8°C
Feels Like
14°C / 5°C
Rain
12days (78 mm) Wet
Sun
10.8h Excellent
Humidity
73% Muggy
UV
5.6 High
June best
Excellent
Temp
21°C / 12°C
Feels Like
20°C / 11°C
Rain
13days (86 mm) Wet
Sun
11.4h Excellent
Humidity
73% Muggy
UV
6.3 High
July best
Excellent
Temp
21°C / 13°C
Feels Like
20°C / 12°C
Rain
14days (91 mm) Wet
Sun
11.1h Excellent
Humidity
72% Muggy
UV
5.8 High
August best
Excellent
Temp
22°C / 14°C
Feels Like
21°C / 13°C
Rain
14days (86 mm) Wet
Sun
10.4h Excellent
Humidity
74% Muggy
UV
5.4 High
September best
Good
Temp
18°C / 11°C
Feels Like
17°C / 9°C
Rain
12days (72 mm) Wet
Sun
8.6h Good
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
4.1 Moderate
October
Fair
Temp
13°C / 8°C
Feels Like
11°C / 5°C
Rain
15days (84 mm) Wet
Sun
5.3h Fair
Humidity
85% Humid
UV
2.1 Moderate
November
Poor
Temp
7°C / 3°C
Feels Like
4°C / -1°C
Rain
14days (69 mm) Wet
Sun
4h Fair
Humidity
89% Very Muggy
UV
1.2 Low
Snow Days
5days
December
Poor
Temp
5°C / 1°C
Feels Like
1°C / -3°C
Rain
15days (86 mm) Wet
Sun
2.6h Poor
Humidity
90% Very Muggy
UV
0.8 Low
Snow Days
7days
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January 3°C / -1°C -1°C / -6°C 17days (101 mm) Wet 3.1h Poor 89% Very Muggy 1 Low Poor View Details
February 5°C / 0°C 1°C / -5°C 14days (86 mm) Wet 5h Fair 84% Humid 1.6 Low Poor View Details
March 8°C / 1°C 5°C / -3°C 14days (73 mm) Wet 7.2h Good 79% Humid 3.3 Moderate Poor View Details
April 12°C / 3°C 9°C / 0°C 12days (67 mm) Wet 9.6h Good 74% Muggy 4.4 Moderate Poor View Details
May 16°C / 8°C 14°C / 5°C 12days (78 mm) Wet 10.8h Excellent 73% Muggy 5.6 High Fair View Details
June best 21°C / 12°C 20°C / 11°C 13days (86 mm) Wet 11.4h Excellent 73% Muggy 6.3 High Excellent View Details
July best 21°C / 13°C 20°C / 12°C 14days (91 mm) Wet 11.1h Excellent 72% Muggy 5.8 High Excellent View Details
August best 22°C / 14°C 21°C / 13°C 14days (86 mm) Wet 10.4h Excellent 74% Muggy 5.4 High Excellent View Details
September best 18°C / 11°C 17°C / 9°C 12days (72 mm) Wet 8.6h Good 77% Humid 4.1 Moderate Good View Details
October 13°C / 8°C 11°C / 5°C 15days (84 mm) Wet 5.3h Fair 85% Humid 2.1 Moderate Fair View Details
November 7°C / 3°C 4°C / -1°C 14days (69 mm) Wet 4h Fair 89% Very Muggy 1.2 Low Poor View Details
December 5°C / 1°C 1°C / -3°C 15days (86 mm) Wet 2.6h Poor 90% Very Muggy 0.8 Low Poor View Details

What to Wear

Full winter gear is a must — insulated coat, thermal base layers, warm hat, gloves, and waterproof boots.

A waterproof jacket or compact umbrella is recommended for occasional showers.

Packing List

Warm coatUmbrellaWaterproof jacketWaterproof shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

December is typically poor for visiting Brilon, with average highs of 5°C (40°F) and around 15 rainy days. Brilon, Germany in December has cold conditions, with highs averaging around 4.6°C (40°F). Rain falls on about 15 days t
Brilon typically sees around 15 rainy days in December with 86 mm (3.4 in) of total rainfall. Pack a waterproof jacket.
Yes, nights in Brilon during December are cold, averaging 1°C (34°F). Pack warm layers and a coat for evenings.
With highs of 5°C (40°F) and lows of 1°C (34°F) in December, we recommend: Warm coat, Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
December is not the most favourable month weather-wise in Brilon. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Brilon during December is 1 (low). No special sun protection is needed.
Brilon gets approximately 8 hours of daylight per day in December, with around 3 hours of sunshine.
Yes, Brilon typically sees around 7 snow days in December with roughly 8 cm (3 in) of snowfall.

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