Weather Comparison
Side-by-side weather comparison for December
| Metric | Prague | Berlin | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 4°C (39°F) | 4°C (39°F) | Tie |
| Average LowHigher is milder | -1°C (30°F) | 0°C (32°F)▲ | Berlin |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 10 days▲ | 11 days | Prague |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 40 mm▲ | 46 mm | Prague |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 4h/day▲ | 3h/day | Prague |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 65% | 65% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 1 | 1 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 17 km/h▲ | 19 km/h | Prague |
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Prague edges ahead as the better destination in December. Prague offers 4 hours of daily sunshine with only 10 rain days, while Berlin sees 3 sunshine hours and 11 rain days.
Prague is on the cooler side at 4°C, requiring warmer clothing. Berlin is cooler at 4°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Prague is the stronger choice in December. Prague receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Prague reaches an average high of 4°C (39°F) and drops to -1°C (30°F) at night during December. The daily temperature range is 5°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.
Berlin averages 4°C (39°F) for the high and 0°C (32°F) for the low, with a daily range of 4°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in December.
Prague receives approximately 40 mm of rainfall across 10 rain days during December. You can expect rain roughly every other day.
Berlin sees 46 mm over 11 rain days. That makes Prague the drier option by 1 rain day and 6 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.
Highs of 4°C, lows of -1°C, 10 rain days
Highs of 4°C, lows of 0°C, 11 rain days
Pack for both: heavy winter coat, thermal base layers, warm gloves and hat, insulated boots, waterproof jacket, compact umbrella, waterproof shoes, a warm scarf. These items are useful in either destination during December.
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month. December is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Prague | Berlin | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 3°C | 10d | 3°C | 12d |
| Feb | 5°C | 9d | 5°C | 9d |
| Mar | 9°C | 11d | 8°C | 11d |
| Apr | 15°C | 10d | 14°C | 9d |
| May | 19°C | 13d | 19°C | 10d |
| Jun | 22°C | 13d | 22°C | 11d |
| Jul | 24°C | 12d | 24°C | 12d |
| Aug | 24°C | 11d | 24°C | 10d |
| Sep | 19°C | 9d | 19°C | 9d |
| Oct | 14°C | 10d | 13°C | 9d |
| Nov | 8°C | 9d | 8°C | 10d |
| Dec | 4°C | 10d | 4°C | 11d |
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