What December feels like in Aarhus
Early winter arrives in Aarhus with December. It is cold outside for most of the day; indoor breaks come as a relief. There is little difference between day and night: nights are cold, and evenings feel much like the afternoon. The air is damp, which makes cool temperatures feel colder, particularly in wind.
Rain in Aarhus in December
Rain is part of normal life this month, falling on about one day in 2. Each rainy day adds about 4.4 mm (0.2 in), a proper wetting rather than a sprinkle. That is close to Aarhus's typical rain per wet day for the whole year (about 5.2 mm).
Daylight and sunshine in December
In mid-December, sunrise is at about 8:45 am and sunset at about 3:43 pm (local time) — 6 h 58 min of daylight. Compared with mid-November, the day has lost 1 h 19 min. The sun is out for roughly 36% of those daylight hours, so skies are often cloudy.
How December compares to the rest of the year
December is the 3rd coolest month of the year in Aarhus. Compared with November, afternoons are 3°C (5.4°F) cooler, with 3 mm more rain. The cooling trend carries on into January. The next month's average high: 3.5°C (38.3°F).
Who December suits
- Sightseeing: less ideal — it is cold for long walks.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — too cool to sit outside for long.
- Beach: less ideal — the sea air is too cool.
Tips for visiting Aarhus in December
Rain Protection
A packable rain jacket saves the day on showery afternoons.
Warm Layers
A warm jacket, a hat and gloves for cold mornings and evenings.
Quick questions
How warm is Aarhus in December?
It feels cold: typical highs are 5°C (41°F), with lows near 1.6°C (34.9°F).
Does it rain a lot in Aarhus in December?
Quite a lot — 58 mm spread over about 13 days.
What should I wear in Aarhus in December?
Based on the averages: rain protection and warm layers. Evenings feel similar to the day, so the same clothes work from morning to night.
Is December or January better for visiting Aarhus?
December, narrowly: it ranks #10 of 12 among Aarhus's months, against #12 for the other. January is cooler and has fewer rainy days.