Schiphol weather in December (Noord-Holland, Netherlands)

How does the December weather in Schiphol compare to other months? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

In December, Schiphol typically experiences low temperatures and moderate rainfall. The winter season takes place during December. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 8°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 3°C.

Precipitation

Schiphol in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 87 mm for the month. Historically, approximately 19 days this month are expected to have rain.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 57 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Schiphol. June, July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Schiphol climate page with graphs.

 

Schiphol, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 3°C  

Max Temperature 8°C  

Chance of Rain 62%  

Precipitation 87 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Humidity 88%  

Windspeed 22 km/h  

Sunshine 57 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 23%  

Where to go in the Netherlands in December

Find out more about the weather in the Netherlands and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

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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