Hijken weather in December (Drenthe, Netherlands)

Is December a good time to explore Hijken weather-wise? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

In December, Hijken usually has low temperatures and moderate rainfall. December is a notable month of the winter season. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 7°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to 2°C.

Precipitation

Hijken in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 73 mm for the month. Typically, you can expect about 21 days of rain this month.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 31 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Hijken. June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Hijken, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 2°C  

Max Temperature 7°C  

Chance of Rain 68%  

Precipitation 73 mm  

Rainy days 21 days  

Humidity 91% *  

Windspeed 14 km/h *  

Sunshine 31 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 13% *  

* Data from: Assen, the Netherlands (11 KM, 7 Miles).

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

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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

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Hijken.

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