Can I apply for the DTV visa in December with only bank statements from May to October?

The applicant is inquiring if it's sufficient to provide bank statements from May to October for a DTV visa application on December 1. Various comments emphasize the necessity of having a recent bank statement close to the application date, with some suggesting that a statement encompassing part of October and November might be required. Additionally, a commenter shared their successful experience in Berlin using a bank statement that was 5 weeks old, implying some flexibility in the requirements.