Leiden weather in December (Zuid-Holland, Netherlands)
Wondering what the weather is like in Leiden during December? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.
Temperatures
The typical weather for December in Leiden includes low temperatures and moderate rainfall. December is a notable month of the winter season. Anticipate daytime highs near 8°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around 4°C.
Precipitation
Leiden in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 88 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 19 days.Average sunshine
The city usually sees around 50 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Leiden. June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Leiden climate page with graphs.
Leiden, monthly averages in December
Min Temperature
4°C
Max Temperature
8°C
Chance of Rain
63%
Precipitation
88 mm
Rainy days
19 days
Humidity
87% *
Windspeed
22 km/h *
Sunshine
50 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
16% *
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.
perfect weather
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tolerable
unpleasant
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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.
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