Cologne Weather in December
Germany · 30-year monthly averages
🤔 Fair time to visit
December in Cologne is cold, with average daytime highs around 7°C (44°F) and nighttime lows near 1°C (34°F). Expect roughly 69mm of precipitation spread over about 13 rainy days, with a moderate amount of rain.
Avg high
7°C
44°F
Avg low
1°C
34°F
Rainfall
69mm
moderate
Rainy days
13
days with ≥1mm
☀️ About 45 hours of sunshine over the month (~2h/day).
🎒 What to pack
- warm coat
- sweaters and layers
- scarf
December vs the rest of the year
FAQ
- How hot is Cologne in December?
- December in Cologne is cold, with average daytime highs around 7°C (44°F) and nighttime lows near 1°C (34°F). Expect roughly 69mm of precipitation spread over about 13 rainy days, with a moderate amount of rain.
- Does it rain a lot in Cologne in December?
- Cologne sees around 69mm of precipitation in December on average — moderate by global standards.
- Is December a good time to visit Cologne?
- December is a workable month to visit Cologne, but expect some weather trade-offs.