Limburg Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Limburg, Belgium in December.

Thinking about venturing to Limburg, Belgium this December and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Limburg in December

Limburg, Belgium is a region in Belgium. December in Limburg generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 8°C (46°F) and nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) in Hasselt.

To explore the conditions in Limburg, Belgium in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Kinrooi with an average of 80 mm (3.1 in) to moderate rainfall in Remersdaal with 95 mm (3.7 in). It experiences its highest rainfall in this month of the year. Come prepared by bringing an umbrella.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more limited in many areas during this month. Hasselt receives about 47 hours of sunlight. For sunnier weather, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

Explore Limburg by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Limburg — and find the best time to visit. (based on Hasselt)

Best Places to Visit in Limburg in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Limburg.

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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).

Popular Destinations in Limburg

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Limburg, Belgium?

Temperature range in Limburg (December)

Precipitation variation in Limburg (December)

Hasselt

In December Hasselt generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
61 hours
47 hours
53 hours
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
19 days
20 days
Weather conditions

Genk

In December Genk generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
73 hours
55 hours
68 hours
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
19 days
20 days
Weather conditions

Maaseik

In December Maaseik generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
73 hours
55 hours
68 hours
Monthly rainfall
68 mm (2.7 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
19 days
20 days
Weather conditions

Tongeren

In December Tongeren generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
73 hours
55 hours
68 hours
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Voeren

In December Voeren generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
73 hours
55 hours
68 hours
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
19 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Limburg, in Belgium.

Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Limburg in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Hasselt 8°C (46°F) 2°C (36°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Genk 8°C (46°F) 2°C (36°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Maaseik 8°C (46°F) 2°C (36°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Tongeren 7°C (45°F) 2°C (36°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Voeren 7°C (45°F) 2°C (36°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Dilsen-Stokkem 8°C (46°F) 2°C (36°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)

Limburg weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Limburg, Belgium in December?

December in Limburg, Belgium brings poor weather. In Hasselt, daytime temperatures are typically around 8°C (46°F) and nighttime lows hover near 2°C (36°F).

What is the average temperature in Limburg, Belgium in December?

Average temperatures in Limburg, Belgium during December range from a nighttime low near 2°C (36°F) to a daytime high around 8°C (46°F) in Hasselt.

Does Limburg, Belgium get a lot of rain in December?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Limburg, Belgium during December, with Hasselt averaging close to 84 mm (3.3 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit Limburg, Belgium?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Hasselt, December may not be the ideal time to visit Limburg, Belgium.

On average, the best time to visit Limburg, Belgium is in May, June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Hasselt. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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