December · Germany
Best time to visit Frankfurt in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Frankfurt in December
Average temperature 4°C, 55 mm of rain, about 6 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 88% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
4.9/10
Ranked #11 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 4°C
- Rainfall
- 55 mm
- Humidity
- 88%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 6
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
December in Frankfurt scores 4.9/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 4°C, 55 mm of rain, and roughly 6 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Towers rise over the Main in Frankfurt, with the Römerberg old town and Museumsufer within walking distance.
December in Frankfurt: expect compromises
At 4°C (38°F) this is proper winter weather in December: layer up and split the day between outdoor highlights and indoor stops.
Budget for roughly 55 mm of rain this month — a flexible day or two helps — with about 6 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 8.1 hours of daylight to work around it.
That is 4.9/10 on the same scale — 11th of 12 months, versus 9.3/10 for the best month here.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip, a packable rain layer.
Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, August is materially better in Frankfurt — 4.4 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Frankfurt in December?
- In December, Frankfurt averages 4°C, 55 mm of rain, and about 6 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.9/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Frankfurt?
- December earns a 4.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Frankfurt in December?
- Expect about 55 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 88% and there are about 6 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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