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Margraten Weather in December

With daytime temperatures of 7°C (45°F) and nighttime lows of 2°C (36°F), December in Margraten brings low temperatures during the day. It is also the wettest month of the year, so pack an umbrella.

Rainfall in Margraten in December

During the wettest month of the year, an umbrella can be your best friend to stay dry. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 19 days of rain, with 90 mm (3.5 in) average for the month. This is a month with many wet days but modest rainfall totals, so showers are generally light and easy to manage.

Temperature in Margraten in December

In December, expect low temperatures in Margraten, with highs of 7°C (45°F) and lows of 2°C (36°F) at night. December is in the winter season. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. With overnight lows of 2°C (36°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Margraten in December

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 55 hours of sunshine.

Wind Speed in Margraten in December

December has wind speeds averaging 5 m/s (10 knots). You can expect gentle to moderate winds that move small trees and make flags wave steadily on typical days. Conditions typically range from light breezes to moderate winds.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Margraten. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Margraten Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 2°C (36°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 7°C (45°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 62%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 90 mm (3.5 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 19 days  
HumidityHumidity 88% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 5 m/s (10 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 55 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 21% *  
* Data from: Maastricht, the Netherlands (11 KM, 6 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 Margraten in December

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Margraten 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. Sunglasses aren't essential this month, though you might want them for the occasional bright moment.

What To Do in Margraten 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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