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Limburg Weather in December

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

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Maastricht Valkenburg Roggel Stramproy

Planning a getaway to Limburg, the Netherlands this December and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Limburg in December

Limburg, the Netherlands is a region in the Netherlands. December in Limburg generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. During December, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 7°C (45°F) and nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) in Maastricht.

For specific regional insights in Limburg, the Netherlands, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Merselo with an average of 78 mm (3.1 in) to moderate rainfall in Mesch with 93 mm (3.7 in). Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Maastricht receives the most rainfall during this month of the year.

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. Maastricht receives around 55 hours of sunlight. If you prefer more sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations.

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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.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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, the Netherlands?

Temperature range in Limburg (December)

Precipitation variation in Limburg (December)

Maastricht

In December Maastricht 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 »
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
70 mm (2.8 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
74 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
19 days
20 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Maastricht →

Valkenburg

In December Valkenburg 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 »
November
December
January
Max temperature
10°C (50°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
72 mm (2.8 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
19 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Valkenburg →

Roggel

In December Roggel 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 »
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
68 mm (2.7 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
19 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Roggel →

Stramproy

In December Stramproy 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 »
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
68 mm (2.7 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
19 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Stramproy →

Brunssum

In December Brunssum 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 »
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
69 mm (2.7 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
19 days
19 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Brunssum →

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

Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Maastricht 7°C (45°F) 2°C (36°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)
Valkenburg 7°C (45°F) 2°C (36°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Roggel 8°C (46°F) 2°C (36°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Stramproy 8°C (46°F) 2°C (36°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Brunssum 7°C (45°F) 2°C (36°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Mechelen 7°C (45°F) 2°C (36°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)

Limburg weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

Limburg, the Netherlands typically experiences poor weather in December, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Maastricht average around 7°C (45°F), and temperatures drop to about 2°C (36°F) at night.

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

Maastricht averages a daytime maximum of 7°C (45°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 2°C (36°F).

Does Limburg, the Netherlands get a lot of rain in December?

December is on the drier side in Limburg, the Netherlands. Maastricht averages only about 85 mm (3.3 in), with most days staying dry.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Limburg, the Netherlands?

In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit Limburg, the Netherlands due to the typically poor weather in Maastricht.

Generally speaking, June, July, August and September provide perfect weather in Maastricht. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Limburg.

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