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Nijmegen Weather in December
During December, Nijmegen experiences low daytime temperatures of 7°C (45°F) and cooler nights around 2°C (36°F). As part of the winter season, expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 79 mm (3.1 in) is typical.
Rainfall in Nijmegen in December
On average, there are about 19 days with rain during this month, averaging 79 mm (3.1 in). With rain spread across many days but low totals, showers are typically short and light rather than heavy.
Temperature in Nijmegen in December
If you're visiting Nijmegen in December, expect highs of 7°C (45°F) and overnight lows around 2°C (36°F). Winter occurs in December. Temperatures remain on the cold side all day. A proper warm jacket is worth having, not just for evenings. With lows around 2°C (36°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.
Sunshine in Nijmegen in December
The month has fewer sunny days, with around 39 hours of sunshine.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Nijmegen. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
Nijmegen Temperature in December
Min Temperature
2°C (36°F)
Max Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Chance of Rain
62%
Precipitation
79 mm (3.1 in)
Rainy days
19 days
Humidity
90%
Sunshine
39 hours
Percentage Sunshine
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Daily Historical Temperatures
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Nijmegen typically stay consistent throughout December, with daily highs averaging around 7°C (45°F). Nights are cold, with lows around 2°C (36°F).
Average temperatures in December
Daily Historical Precipitation
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in December
Historical weather records for Nijmegen in December
Browse day-by-day weather records for Nijmegen spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Nijmegen historical weather extremes in December
Our historical data for Nijmegen spans 1976 to 2025, revealing these weather extremes.
- Nijmegen recorded its highest December temperature of 16°C (61°F) on December 31, 2022.
- The coldest December day was on December 18, 1981, with a maximum of -8°C (18°F).
- Nighttime temperatures dropped to -15°C (5°F) on December 19, 2009, marking the coldest December night on record.
- The heaviest December precipitation occurred on December 19, 1982, when 36 mm (1.4 in) of precipitation fell.
Best Places 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. See all of the Netherlands in December →
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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 Nijmegen in December
Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Nijmegen in December. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. Sunglasses aren't essential this month, though you might want them for the occasional bright moment.
What To Do in Nijmegen in December
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Camping4/10 -
Outdoor sports4/10
Nijmegen 3-Day Forecast
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Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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Where to go in December - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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