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Weather in Dortmund for December 2026

Your guide to Dortmund weather in December - trends and predictions

    Snow Forecast ❄️

  • With an average of 2 snowy days, Dortmund usually enjoys a light touch of snow in December.

    • Temperatures

  • In general, the average temperature in Dortmund at the beginning of December is 5.5 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of 7.1 °C by the end of December.

    • Rain 🌧️

  • The climate of Dortmund in December is notably wet, with an average of 12 rainy days, and a total of 90.9 mm of precipitation.

    • More

  • Is December a good time to visit Dortmund? check out the best time to travel to Dortmund page.

  • ✨ Is December a good time to visit Dortmund? – Ask the AI Weatherman

Average dry days
17
Dry days
Average rainy days
12
Rainy days
Average snowy days
2
Snow days
Average temperatures
7°/4°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
19 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
80 %
Avg humidity

Dortmund Weather December

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November
January
Sun.Mon.Tue.Wed.Thu.Fri.Sat.
1
Light freezing rain
5°
2
Patchy rain possible
5°
3
Patchy rain possible
5°
4
Patchy rain possible
5°
5
Light rain
6°
6
Light snow showers
6°
7
Light rain
7°
8
Light drizzle
8°
9
Moderate rain
9°
10
Patchy rain possible
8°
11
Light rain shower
8°
12
Patchy rain possible
7°
13
Light rain shower
7°
14
Light rain shower
6°
15
Patchy rain possible
8°
16
Cloudy
9°
17
Overcast
10°
18
Partly cloudy
10°
19
Moderate rain
10°
20
Patchy rain possible
6°
21
Light rain
9°
22
Light rain
8°
23
Heavy rain at times
8°
24
Light rain
6°
25
Light rain
7°
26
Light rain
8°
27
Partly cloudy
6°
28
Patchy rain possible
7°
29
Light rain
7°
30
Patchy rain possible
7°
31
Light rain
8°

Temperatures trend during December in Dortmund

See the weather trend as well as the moving average line

December weather in Dortmund day by day

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November January
Date Weather Temperatures Rain Snow More
1 Dec. Light freezing rain
Light freezing rain
 5° /1° 0 mm 0 cm
2 Dec. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 5° /3° 2.1 mm 0 cm
3 Dec. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 5° /2° 1 mm 0.1 cm
4 Dec. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 5° /2° 1.4 mm 0 cm
5 Dec. Light rain
Light rain
 6° /3° 1.9 mm 0.2 cm
6 Dec. Light snow showers
Light snow showers
 6° /3° 10.2 mm 0.6 cm
7 Dec. Light rain
Light rain
 7° /4° 3.4 mm 0 cm
8 Dec. Light drizzle
Light drizzle
 8° /5° 1.9 mm 0 cm
9 Dec. Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 9° /6° 5.1 mm 0 cm
10 Dec. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 8° /6° 2.4 mm 0 cm
11 Dec. Light rain shower
Light rain shower
 8° /5° 0.6 mm 0 cm
12 Dec. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 7° /4° 1.9 mm 0 cm
13 Dec. Light rain shower
Light rain shower
 7° /4° 1.9 mm 0 cm
14 Dec. Light rain shower
Light rain shower
 6° /3° 1 mm 0 cm
15 Dec. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 8° /3° 0.4 mm 0 cm
16 Dec. Cloudy
Cloudy
 9° /6° 0.2 mm 0 cm
17 Dec. Overcast
Overcast
 10° /6° 0.2 mm 0 cm
18 Dec. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 10° /7° 0 mm 0 cm
19 Dec. Moderate rain
Moderate rain
 10° /5° 11 mm 0 cm
20 Dec. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 6° /4° 2.1 mm 0 cm
21 Dec. Light rain
Light rain
 9° /5° 8.4 mm 0 cm
22 Dec. Light rain
Light rain
 8° /4° 4.8 mm 0.6 cm
23 Dec. Heavy rain at times
Heavy rain at times
 8° /4° 5.6 mm 0.5 cm
24 Dec. Light rain
Light rain
 6° /3° 3.1 mm 0 cm
25 Dec. Light rain
Light rain
 7° /5° 4.1 mm 0 cm
26 Dec. Light rain
Light rain
 8° /3° 4.9 mm 0 cm
27 Dec. Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
 6° /3° 0.3 mm 0 cm
28 Dec. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 7° /4° 1.7 mm 0 cm
29 Dec. Light rain
Light rain
 7° /4° 3.3 mm 0 cm
30 Dec. Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
 7° /3° 1.3 mm 0 cm
31 Dec. Light rain
Light rain
 8° /4° 4.6 mm 0 cm
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Dortmund in December is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Dortmund forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Dortmund weather in December vs November vs January

Compare December weather in Dortmund with the previous and following months. See how temperature, rainfall, wind, and other conditions change throughout the year to help you plan your visit.
NovemberDecemberJanuary
WeatherPatchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
Patchy rain possible
Temperatures9°/5°7°/4°5°/1°
Rainfall91 mm91 mm103 mm
Snowfall10 cm2 cm16 cm
Wind17.6 km/h19 km/h18.2 km/h
Humidity79%80%81%
Rainy days11 days12 days12 days
Snow days3 days2 days7 days
Dry days16 days17 days12 days

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Dortmund in December - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Dortmund during December?
Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 7° and colder nights, dipping below 4°.

How much rainfall should be expected in Dortmund during December?
Moderate rainfall is anticipated in Dortmund during December, with a total of 90.9 mm spread over approximately 12 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.

Will it snow in Dortmund in December 2026?
Dortmund experiences an average snowfall of 2.1 cm during December, occurring over 2 days.

What are the typical wind conditions in Dortmund during December?
The average wind speed in Dortmund during December is 19 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

Dortmund snow forecast December 2026

Track daily snowfall levels and discover Dortmund’s snowy potential this December ❄️
On average, Dortmund sees 2 snowy days during December, with approximately 2.1 cm of total snowfall.

December rainfall patterns in Dortmund

Explore the daily rainfall trends and prepare for Dortmunds December weather 💧
Typically, Dortmund has 12 rainy days in December with a total of 90.9 mm of rainfall.

What to pack to Dortmund in December?

🌦️ Cold & raw · highs around 7 °C, frequent showers

As you prepare for your trip to Dortmund 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 Dortmund, during December, is comfortable and enjoyable, regardless of the weather conditions.

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