December · Germany
Best time to visit Dresden in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Dresden in December
Average temperature 3°C, 67 mm of rain, about 8 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 83% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
4.8/10
Ranked #12 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 3°C
- Rainfall
- 67 mm
- Humidity
- 83%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 8
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
December in Dresden scores 4.8/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around 3°C, 67 mm of rain, and roughly 8 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Dresden rebuilt its baroque skyline, the Frauenkirche and the Elbe terraces after the war.
December in Dresden — the hardest end of the year
At 3°C (37°F) this is proper winter weather in December: layer up and split the day between outdoor highlights and indoor stops.
Budget for roughly 67 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 8 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 8 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 4.8/10 on the same scale — 12th of 12 months, versus 9.6/10 for the best month here.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip, a packable rain layer.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, May is materially better in Dresden — 4.8 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Dresden in December?
- In December, Dresden averages 3°C, 67 mm of rain, and about 8 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.8/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Dresden?
- December earns a 4.8/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Dresden in December?
- Expect about 67 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 83% and there are about 8 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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