What to pack for Berlin in December
- a warm coat, hat and gloves
- a compact umbrella or rain shell — rain is frequent
Humidity averages 88%; max daily wind around 19 km/h. Snow falls on about 1.7 days.
How December compares
Best months in Berlin: May–September. See the full best time to visit Berlin guide.
Berlin in December: the details
In December, Berlin sees average daytime highs of 5°C (41°F) and overnight lows of 1°C (33°F). Rainfall totals roughly 54 mm across 11.8 rainy days, and the sun shines about 2.6 hours per day with 7.4 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 88%.
In context: December is the 11th-warmest month and the 6th-wettest in Berlin. The sunniest month is June (13 h/day).
| Metric | December average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 5°C / 41°F |
| Overnight low | 1°C / 33°F |
| Rainfall | 54 mm over 11.8 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 2.6 h/day (7.4 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 88% |
| Travel score | 0.6 / 10 |
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Berlin, Germany (52.52, 13.41) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Berlin in December?
Daytime highs in Berlin in December average 5°C (41°F); nights drop to about 1°C.
Does it rain in Berlin in December?
Expect around 11.8 rainy days and 54 mm of rainfall in December.
Is December a good time to visit Berlin?
December is a challenging month to visit Berlin — consider May–September instead. Overall travel score: 0.6/10. The best months are May–September.
Where should you go next month?
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