IJlst weather in December (Friesland, Netherlands)

Interested in knowing the climate of IJlst in December? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

In December, IJlst typically experiences low temperatures and moderate rainfall. December is typically considered a winter month. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 8°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 3°C.

Precipitation

IJlst in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 92 mm for the month. This month experiences about 20 days of rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

This month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with about 62 hours of sunshine. It's great for those who appreciate cooler, less sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit IJlst. July typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

IJlst, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 3°C  

Max Temperature 8°C  

Chance of Rain 67%  

Precipitation 92 mm  

Rainy days 20 days  

Humidity 90% *  

Windspeed 22 km/h *  

Sunshine 62 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 26% *  

* Data from: Leeuwaren, the Netherlands (24 KM, 15 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

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