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Echt Weather in December

December in Echt sees daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and lows of 2°C (36°F) at night. As the wettest month of the year, keep in mind that rainfall is at its highest.

Rainfall in Echt in December

With this being the wettest month, keeping an umbrella on hand might save you from getting wet from a sudden shower. Expect around 19 days of rain based on historical data, with 80 mm (3.1 in) average. This is a month with many wet days but modest rainfall totals, so showers are generally light and easy to manage.

Temperature in Echt in December

Temperatures in Echt in December top out at 8°C (46°F) and drop to 2°C (36°F) overnight. This month falls in the winter season. Cold conditions persist throughout the day, so warm clothing is important from the moment you head outside. With overnight lows of 2°C (36°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Echt in December

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 55 hours of sun. It's ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

Wind Speed in Echt 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 Echt 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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Echt Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 2°C (36°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 8°C (46°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 63%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 80 mm (3.1 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 19 days  
HumidityHumidity 88% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 5 m/s (10 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 55 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 21% *  
* Data from: Maastricht, the Netherlands (21 KM, 13 Miles).

Best Places 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. See all of 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 Echt 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. With limited sunshine expected, sunglasses aren't a priority for packing.

What To Do in Echt 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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