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Heerhugowaard Weather in December

December in Heerhugowaard brings low temperatures around 8°C (46°F) during the day, dropping to 4°C (39°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 85 mm (3.3 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Heerhugowaard in December

Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 19 days of rain are anticipated, with 85 mm (3.3 in) on average. Rain falls on many days this month, but usually in relatively small amounts. A light waterproof is more useful than a heavy umbrella.

Temperature in Heerhugowaard in December

Expect highs of 8°C (46°F) in Heerhugowaard in December, with nights dropping to around 4°C (39°F). December is in the winter season. Cold conditions persist throughout the day, so warm clothing is important from the moment you head outside. Nights drop to 4°C (39°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Heerhugowaard in December

This month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with about 38 hours of sunshine. It's great for those who appreciate cooler, less sunny days.

December in Heerhugowaard has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

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Heerhugowaard Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 4°C (39°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 8°C (46°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 64%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 85 mm (3.3 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 19 days  
HumidityHumidity 88% *  
SunshineSunshine 38 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 16% *  
* Data from: De Kooy, 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 Heerhugowaard in December

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Heerhugowaard 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. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Heerhugowaard 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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