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Noord-Holland Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Noord-Holland, the Netherlands in December.

Are you planning a trip a to Noord-Holland, the Netherlands in December and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Noord-Holland in December

Noord-Holland, the Netherlands is a region in the Netherlands. December in Noord-Holland generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. December is a winter month.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 8°C (46°F) and nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) in Amsterdam.

For a closer look at conditions across Noord-Holland, the Netherlands, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Monnickendam with an average of 75 mm (3 in) to high rainfall in Wijk aan Zee with 101 mm (4 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine tends to be more scarce in many locations. Amsterdam gets roughly 52 hours of sunlight. For sunnier alternatives, check our weather planner to find destinations with better conditions.

Explore Noord-Holland by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Noord-Holland — and find the best time to visit. (based on Amsterdam)

Best Places to Visit in Noord-Holland in December

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

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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 Noord-Holland

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Noord-Holland, the Netherlands?

Temperature range in Noord-Holland (December)

Precipitation variation in Noord-Holland (December)

Amsterdam

In December Amsterdam generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°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
6°C (43°F)
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
62 hours
52 hours
64 hours
Monthly rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
19 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Zandvoort

In December Zandvoort generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
19 days
19 days
Weather conditions

De Koog

In December De Koog generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
67 hours
61 hours
71 hours
Monthly rainfall
104 mm (4.1 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
20 days
20 days
Weather conditions

Haarlem

In December Haarlem generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°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
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
63 hours
53 hours
63 hours
Monthly rainfall
93 mm (3.7 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
19 days
19 days
Weather conditions

Egmond aan Zee

In December Egmond aan Zee generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

November
December
January
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
19 days
20 days
Weather conditions

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

Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Noord-Holland in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Amsterdam 8°C (46°F) 3°C (37°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Zandvoort 9°C (48°F) 4°C (39°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)
De Koog 9°C (48°F) 6°C (43°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Haarlem 8°C (46°F) 4°C (39°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Egmond aan Zee 9°C (48°F) 5°C (41°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Hippolytushoef 9°C (48°F) 5°C (41°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)

Noord-Holland weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Noord-Holland, the Netherlands in December?

Noord-Holland, the Netherlands typically experiences poor weather in December, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Amsterdam average around 8°C (46°F), and temperatures drop to about 3°C (37°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Noord-Holland, the Netherlands in December?

Amsterdam averages a daytime maximum of 8°C (46°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 3°C (37°F).

Does Noord-Holland, the Netherlands get a lot of rain in December?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Noord-Holland, the Netherlands during December, with Amsterdam averaging close to 87 mm (3.4 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit Noord-Holland, the Netherlands?

In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to Noord-Holland, the Netherlands with often poor weather in Amsterdam.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Amsterdam. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March and December tend to be poor.

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