Weather in Essen for December 2026
Snowfall in Essen during December is quite rare, with fewer than 2 snowy days on average.
In general, the average temperature in Essen at the beginning of December is 6.4 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of 7.7 °C by the end of December.
The climate of Essen in December is notably wet, with an average of 13 rainy days, and a total of 84.7 mm of precipitation.
Is December a good time to visit Essen? check out the best time to travel to Essen page.
New! Chat with our AI weatherman - it’s amazing and free.
Snow Forecast ❄️
Temperatures
Rain 🌧️
More
Essen Weather December
Temperatures trend during December in Essen
December weather in Essen day by day
| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Dec. |  Overcast | 5° /1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 2 Dec. | Overcast | 6° /3° | 2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 3 Dec. | Overcast | 5° /2° | 1.1 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 4 Dec. |  Patchy rain possible | 5° /2° | 1.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 5 Dec. |  Light rain | 7° /3° | 3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 6 Dec. | Light rain shower | 8° /3° | 9.5 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| 7 Dec. |  Fog | 9° /4° | 3.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 8 Dec. | Light drizzle | 9° /5° | 2.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 9 Dec. |  Moderate rain | 10° /6° | 4.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 10 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 9° /6° | 2.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 11 Dec. | Light rain shower | 8° /5° | 0.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 12 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 8° /4° | 2.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 13 Dec. | Light rain shower | 8° /4° | 2.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 14 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /2° | 0.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 15 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 8° /3° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 16 Dec. |  Cloudy | 9° /6° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 17 Dec. | Overcast | 10° /6° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 18 Dec. | Overcast | 10° /6° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 19 Dec. | Light rain | 11° /5° | 8.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 20 Dec. | Light rain shower | 7° /4° | 2.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 21 Dec. | Light rain shower | 10° /6° | 7.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 22 Dec. |  Moderate rain at times | 9° /4° | 4.3 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| 23 Dec. | Light rain shower | 9° /4° | 5.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 24 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /3° | 2.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 25 Dec. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 8° /5° | 4.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 26 Dec. |  Partly cloudy | 8° /3° | 3.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 27 Dec. | Mist | 7° /3° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 28 Dec. | Moderate rain at times | 7° /3° | 1.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 29 Dec. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 7° /4° | 3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 30 Dec. | Partly cloudy | 8° /3° | 1.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 31 Dec. | Moderate rain at times | 9° /4° | 4.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| Next | |||||
Essen weather in December vs November vs January
| November | December | January | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weather | Patchy rain possible | Patchy rain possible | Patchy rain possible |
| Temperatures | 10°/5° | 8°/4° | 5°/2° |
| Rainfall | 91 mm | 85 mm | 97 mm |
| Snowfall | 7 cm | 1 cm | 14 cm |
| Wind | 18.2 km/h | 19.7 km/h | 18.9 km/h |
| Humidity | 78% | 79% | 80% |
| Rainy days | 13 days | 13 days | 12 days |
| Snow days | 2 days | 1 days | 6 days |
| Dry days | 15 days | 17 days | 13 days |
Planning a trip to Essen? Discover the best time to visit
Essen in December - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Essen during December?
How much rainfall should be expected in Essen during December?
Will it snow in Essen in December 2026?
What are the typical wind conditions in Essen during December?
Essen snow forecast December 2026
December rainfall patterns in Essen
What to pack to Essen in December?
Cold & raw · highs around 8 °C, frequent showers
As you prepare for your trip to Essen 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 Essen, during December, is comfortable and enjoyable, regardless of the weather conditions.
🧥 Clothing
👟 Footwear
🎒 Accessories
Quick links
Where is Essen?Get accurate weather forecasts for Essen, located at latitude 51.457 and longitude 7.012. Stay updated with localized weather information tailored for Essen.