Weather in North Rhine-Westphalia for December 2025
With an average of 2 snowy days, North Rhine-Westphalia usually enjoys a light touch of snow in December.
According to North Rhine-Westphalia snow forecast for December 2025, 1 snowy day is expected until the end of the month at Wednesday, 31 December.So far, December 2025 in North Rhine-Westphalia is slightly warmer than the historical average by 1.4 °C.
Expect cooler weather in the next days in North Rhine-Westphalia with the forecast suggesting a temperature of 2.4 °C, lower than the historical average.
In general, the average temperature in North Rhine-Westphalia at the beginning of December is 6.1 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately fall, reaching an average of 5.3 °C by the end of December.
North Rhine-Westphalia experiences heavy rainfall in December, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 92.5 mm.
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North Rhine-Westphalia Weather December
What’s the Weather Like in North Rhine-Westphalia This December?
Temperatures trend during December in North Rhine-Westphalia
December weather in North Rhine-Westphalia day by day
| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Dec. |  Moderate or heavy rain shower | 7° /1° | 2.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 2 Dec. |  Patchy rain possible | 5° /1° | 2.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 3 Dec. |  Overcast | 5° /1° | 0.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 4 Dec. |  Heavy rain at times | 6° /1° | 2.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 5 Dec. |  Light rain | 6° /2° | 3.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 6 Dec. | Overcast | 7° /2° | 3.9 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 7 Dec. |  Partly cloudy | 7° /3° | 3.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 8 Dec. | Overcast | 7° /3° | 2.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 9 Dec. | Overcast | 8° /3° | 2.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 10 Dec. | Overcast | 7° /4° | 0.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 11 Dec. | Overcast | 7° /2° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 12 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 6° /1° | 2.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 13 Dec. | Partly cloudy | 7° /2° | 0.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 14 Dec. | Overcast | 6° /2° | 1.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 15 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 8° /2° | 2.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 16 Dec. | Partly cloudy | 8° /3° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 17 Dec. | Moderate rain at times | 8° /4° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 18 Dec. | Partly cloudy | 8° /4° | 0.3 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 19 Dec. | Light rain shower | 10° /4° | 4 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 20 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 8° /4° | 2.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 21 Dec. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 9° /4° | 5.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 22 Dec. | Overcast | 9° /4° | 7.3 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 23 Dec. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 9° /4° | 5.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 24 Dec. | Overcast | 8° /4° | 3.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 25 Dec. | Moderate rain at times | 8° /4° | 3.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 26 Dec. | Overcast | 8° /2° | 1.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 27 Dec. |  Sunny | 7° /2° | 1.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 28 Dec. | Sunny | 5° /0° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 29 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 3° /-1° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 30 Dec. | Sunny | 3° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 31 Dec. |  Light freezing rain | 3° /-2° | 0.1 mm | 0.1 cm | |
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North Rhine-Westphalia weather in December vs November vs January
| November | December | January | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weather | Patchy rain possible | Patchy rain possible | Patchy rain possible |
| Temperatures | 10°/5° | 7°/3° | 6°/2° |
| Rainfall | 83 mm | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Snowfall | 2 cm | 0 cm | 7 cm |
| Wind | 16.8 km/h | 17.3 km/h | 17.4 km/h |
| Humidity | 78% | 80% | 80% |
| Rainy days | 20 days | 25 days | 20 days |
| Snow days | 7 days | 2 days | 7 days |
| Dry days | 3 days | 4 days | 4 days |
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North Rhine-Westphalia in December - FAQ
What to pack to North Rhine-Westphalia in December?
As you prepare for your trip to North Rhine-Westphalia in December, it's important to consider the typical weather patterns for the time of year. Below is a carefully tailored packing list to ensure that your time in North Rhine-Westphalia, during December, is comfortable and enjoyable, regardless of the weather conditions.
- Clothing
- Warm Clothing: Sweaters, hoodies, long pants
- Rain Gear: Lightweight, waterproof clothing
- Footwear
- Waterproof Shoes
- Accessories
- Scarves: To protect you from the cold wind
- Gloves/Mittens: Essential for cold weather
- Warm Hats: Warm hats for insulation in cold weather
- Umbrellas/Raincoats: For rainy days
North Rhine-Westphalia snow forecast December 2025
December rainfall patterns in North Rhine-Westphalia
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