Gathering Weather Information

Date	01 Oct 2025
Total Jutlandica	(tbd) miles
Total Spain 2025	245 miles.
Total Caminos 2025:	245 miles.
Total All Caminos:	2353 miles
Airplane	$ 1020
Travel Insurance	$ 132

Weather

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In December, the weather in Schleswig-Holstein, Germany, is cold, damp, and predominantly overcast, with average high temperatures of around 39-43°F (4-6°C) and lows of 31-36°F (0-2°C). Snow is possible, but rain is more common.

Key Weather CharacteristicsTemperature: Daily high temperatures typically range from 39°F to 43°F (4°C to 6°C), while overnight lows drop to between 31°F and 36°F (0°C to 2°C). Temperatures rarely fall much below freezing for extended periods.
Precipitation: December is a wet month with moderate precipitation, averaging around 1.8 to 4.1 inches (70-88 mm) across the region. Rain is the primary form of precipitation, occurring on an average of 13-18 days of the month, though some snowfall is also possible.
Sunshine/Cloud Cover: The month is characterized by significant cloud cover, with most days being overcast or mostly cloudy (around 70% of the time). There are very few hours of sunshine, averaging only about 1 to 2 hours per day, making it feel quite dark.
Wind and Humidity: The area can be slightly windy, and the humidity is high, typically around 86-90%.

What to Pack
Due to the cold, damp, and windy conditions, smart layering is recommended. 

Warm Layers: Include a thermal base layer, wool sweaters, or fleece mid-layers.
Outerwear: A wind-resistant and waterproof outer jacket is essential to handle the rain and wind.
Footwear: Waterproof shoes or boots are highly advisable.
Accessories: Gloves, a scarf, and a warm hat are necessary for comfort outdoors.
Sunglasses can likely be left at home due to the limited sunshine.

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Weather data from Weatherspark.com

Hours of Daylight / Twilight in Kiel, Germany in December

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Sunrise / Sunset in Kiel, Germany in December

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We start with the weather / climate forecasts for northern Germany in December. My enemies will be cold and windchill, with rain introducing an element of hypothermia. I will need to serious measures to protect the skin from exposure to cold, and the extremities from frost-bite.

Average Low and High Temperatures in Kiel, Germany in December

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Probability of Precipitation in Kiel, Germany in December

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As expected from previous experience in Germany, during this time of year, there will be much in the way of cloud cover, and a reasonable expectation of rain. Temperatures will range from average lows in the high 20’s at night to average highs in the 40’s during the day.

Average Monthly Rainfall in Kiel, Germany in December

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Average Monthly Snowfall in Kiel, Germany in December

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