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In Harlingen, December brings low daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), with nights cooling to 5°C (41°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall this month.
December in Harlingen has its charm. However, if you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations in the world.
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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Harlingen typically stay consistent throughout December, with daily highs averaging around 8°C (46°F). Nights are cold, with lows around 2°C (36°F).
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Harlingen spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on weather observations in Harlingen between 1976 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during 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 →
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).
We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Harlingen in December. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed
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