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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.

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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit the Netherlands, check out our Mechelen's climate page.

Mechelen, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 2°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 7°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 63%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 91 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 19 days  
HumidityHumidity 88% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 5 m/s *  
SunshineSunshine 55 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage 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.

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In December generally
poor weather
with low temperatures
and moderate monthly rainfall

More information

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).

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit the Netherlands, check out our Mechelen's climate page.

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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