Mechelen weather in December (Limburg, Netherlands)

How's the weather trend in Mechelen as December approaches? Want to know if it's a good time to visit? This page has all the weather details for the month.

Temperatures

The month of December in Mechelen typically includes low temperatures and moderate rainfall. December is part of winter. Expect temperatures to climb to 7°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to 2°C.

Precipitation

Mechelen in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 91 mm for the month. Since this is the rainiest month of the year, it's a good idea to carry an umbrella just in case. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 19 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 55 hours of sun. It's ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Mechelen. June, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Mechelen, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 2°C  

Max Temperature 7°C  

Chance of Rain 63%  

Precipitation 91 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Humidity 88% *  

Windspeed 18 km/h *  

Sunshine 55 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 21% *  

* Data from: Maastricht, the Netherlands (16 KM, 10 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 Mechelen.

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