Weather in December in Friesland
Considering a trip to Friesland this December and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Friesland in December?
Friesland is a region in the Netherlands. December in Friesland generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.
Temperatures
You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 8°C and nighttime temperatures around 5°C in Hollum.
Precipitation
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Surhuizum with an average of 71 mm to high rainfall in Hindeloopen with 102 mm.Average sunshine
Most cities witness limited sunny days, expect roughly 62 hours of sunlight in Hollum. This low amount of sunlight is perfect for those who lean towards dimmer, cloudier weather rather than intense sunny days.To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Friesland in December, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Friesland climate page.
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What is the weather like in December for the 5 most popular destinations in Friesland?
Hollum
In December Hollum generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Tzummarum
In December Tzummarum generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Nes
In December Nes generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Harlingen
In December Harlingen generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Sneek
In December Sneek generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Friesland, in the Netherlands.
Is December the best time to visit Friesland?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Hollum, December may not be the ideal time to visit Friesland.
Generally speaking, July provides perfect weather in Hollum. In contrast, January, February, March and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
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