What is the weather like in Düsseldorf in December?

Expect temperatures between 2°C and 6°C with 35% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Düsseldorf in December?

Düsseldorf in December scores 63/100 based on 30 years of climate data. A reasonable choice for your trip.

Who should visit Düsseldorf in December?

December in Düsseldorf is ideal for: Cultural tourists, Business travelers.

Düsseldorf Weather in December | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

6°C

Hottest around day 24

Avg Low

2°C

Coolest around day 16

Rainy Days

25days

35% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Winter season

Essential Travel Info for Düsseldorf

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Currency

EUR

€ Euro

Language

German

Driving

Right side

Safety

Very High Safety

GPI: 1.462

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Flight Connectivity Analysis

Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Moderate

57/ 100

Traffic Index

Balanced traffic

Peak Daily Arrivals

slots per day

Peak

Sep

Low

Jan

Monthly Traffic Distribution

140

Jan

158

Feb

171

Mar

239

Apr

254

May

238

Jun

263

Jul

262

Aug

267

Sep

259

Oct

150

Nov

182

Dec

Traffic Level

Low Season

Key Connections

Munich (MUC)

London Heathrow (LHR)

Vienna Schwechat (VIE)

Zurich Kloten (ZRH)

Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen (SAW)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

8 Recommendations

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Hepatitis A

Consider hepatitis A vaccination for most travelers. It is recommended for travelers who will be doing higher risk activities, such as visiting smaller cities, villages, or rural areas where a traveler might get infected through food or water. It is recommended for travelers who plan on eating street food.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Germany. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Germany.

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

Polio

In Germany poliovirus has been identified in the past year.Travelers to Germany are at increased risk of exposure to poliovirus.Vaccine recommendations: Adults traveling to Germany who received a complete polio vaccination series as children may receive a single lifetime booster dose of inactivated polio vaccine; travelers who are unvaccinated or not fully vaccinated should receive a complete polio vaccination series before travel. Children who are not fully vaccinated will be considered for anaccelerated vaccination schedule.

Rabies

Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in Germany.If rabies exposures occur while in Germany, rabies vaccines are typically available throughout most of the country.Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.For more information, seecountry rabies status assessments.

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Source: CDC Travelers' Health

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Is December a Good Time to Visit Düsseldorf?

👌A reasonable choice for your trip(63/100)

Short Answer

Bundle up for Düsseldorf in December: temperatures hover around 6°C during the day and drop to 2°C at night. Just 35% rain probability but bring winter layers.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Very high humidity

87% average humidity

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Hantavirus, Parvovirus B19

Shoulder season - balanced conditions

68% of peak - good value with moderate crowds

Rich cultural heritage

3 UNESCO World Heritage sites nearby

Exceptional dining scene

44 Michelin-listed restaurants

Good For

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Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

👴
Elderly travelers
87% humidity creates difficult conditions
📸
Photographers
77% cloud cover limits natural light opportunities
💑
Honeymoon couples
Wedding score only 42/100 - better months available

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Düsseldorf in December averages 6°C with 35% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Düsseldorf in December

What are the temperatures in Düsseldorf in December?

Daytime highs average 6°C, nights drop to 2°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Düsseldorf in December?

Expect around 25 days with measurable rainfall. An umbrella is advisable.

What to wear in Düsseldorf in December?

Warm winter clothing: insulated jacket, boots, gloves.

Is December peak season in Düsseldorf?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Düsseldorf Weather in December

Düsseldorf December Weather Calendar