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Eelde Weather in December

December in Eelde brings low temperatures around 7°C (45°F) during the day, dropping to 2°C (36°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 71 mm (2.8 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Eelde in December

Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 21 days with rain, averaging 71 mm (2.8 in) for the month. This is a month with many wet days but modest rainfall totals, so showers are generally light and easy to manage.

Temperature in Eelde in December

Expect highs of 7°C (45°F) in Eelde in December, with nights dropping to around 2°C (36°F). December is in the winter season. Expect a cold feel throughout the day, not just in the mornings and evenings. Warm layers are essential. With lows around 2°C (36°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Eelde in December

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 59 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

Wind Speed in Eelde in December

Average wind conditions reach 5 m/s (10 knots) in December. This creates lively weather with fresh winds that make small trees sway noticeably. Remember this is an average: some days are less windy while others have particularly active windy conditions.

December in Eelde can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

Eelde Temperature in December

Min Temperature
2°C (36°F)
Max Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Chance of Rain
69%
Precipitation
71 mm (2.8 in)
Rainy days
21 days
Humidity
91%
Windspeed
5 m/s (10 knots)
Sunshine
59 hours
Percentage Sunshine
23%

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Eelde in December

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Eelde in December. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. With limited sunshine expected, sunglasses aren't a priority for packing.

What To Do in Eelde in December

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Swimming
    4/10
  • Cycling
    4/10
  • Walking
    4/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    4/10

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