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De Kolonie Weather in December

In De Kolonie, December brings low daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), with nights cooling to 2°C (36°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall this month.

Rainfall in De Kolonie in December

Past climate data indicates that roughly 19 days will see rain, totalling around 77 mm (3 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 De Kolonie in December

In December, De Kolonie gets low temperatures, with highs of 7°C (45°F). Nights cool to around 2°C (36°F). The winter season takes place during December. Expect a cold feel throughout the day, not just in the mornings and evenings. Warm layers are essential. Nights fall to 2°C (36°F), which is cold enough to feel it indoors too. A good thick duvet makes all the difference for a comfortable night's sleep.

Sunshine in De Kolonie in December

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 54 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

December in De Kolonie 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.

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De Kolonie Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 2°C (36°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 7°C (45°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 65%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 77 mm (3 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 19 days  
HumidityHumidity 88% *  
SunshineSunshine 54 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 22% *  
* Data from: Enschede Airport Twente, the Netherlands (28 KM, 17 Miles).

Best Places in the Netherlands in December

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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 (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 De Kolonie in December

Cold weather calls for smart layering in December. A thermal base layer makes a huge difference in staying warm. Add a wool sweater or fleece, then a wind-resistant outer jacket. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. Sunglasses aren't essential this month, though you might want them for the occasional bright moment.

What To Do in De Kolonie 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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