Breskens

Zeeland Weather in December

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

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Breskens Domburg Vlissingen Ouddorp

Planning a trip to Zeeland, the Netherlands this December? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Zeeland in December

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

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 8°C (46°F) and nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) in Breskens.

For a closer look at conditions across Zeeland, the Netherlands, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Sas van Gent with an average of 76 mm (3 in) to moderate rainfall in Renesse with 97 mm (3.8 in). Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Breskens receives the most rainfall during this month of the year.

Average sunshine

Sunshine hours are generally lower in most areas during December. Breskens experiences about 64 hours of sunlight. If you're looking for brighter destinations, our weather planner can suggest better options.

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Best Places to Visit in Zeeland in December

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

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 Zeeland

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

Temperature range in Zeeland (December)

Precipitation variation in Zeeland (December)

Breskens

In December Breskens 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 »
November
December
January
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
79 hours
64 hours
78 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
19 days
20 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Breskens →

Domburg

In December Domburg 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 »
November
December
January
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
79 hours
64 hours
78 hours
Monthly rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
19 days
20 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Domburg →

Vlissingen

In December Vlissingen 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 »
November
December
January
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
79 hours
64 hours
78 hours
Monthly rainfall
80 mm (3.1 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
19 days
20 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Vlissingen →

Ouddorp

In December Ouddorp 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 »
November
December
January
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
64 hours
54 hours
68 hours
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
19 days
20 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Ouddorp →

Middelburg

In December Middelburg 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 »
November
December
January
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
79 hours
64 hours
78 hours
Monthly rainfall
81 mm (3.2 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
19 days
20 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Middelburg →

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

Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Breskens 8°C (46°F) 4°C (39°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Domburg 9°C (48°F) 4°C (39°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)
Vlissingen 8°C (46°F) 4°C (39°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Ouddorp 9°C (48°F) 4°C (39°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Middelburg 8°C (46°F) 4°C (39°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)
Renesse 9°C (48°F) 4°C (39°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)

Zeeland weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

Expect poor weather across Zeeland, the Netherlands in December. The popular destination of Breskens averages 8°C (46°F) by day and 4°C (39°F) at night during this winter month.

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

Daytime temperatures in Breskens peak at roughly 8°C (46°F) in December, dropping to about 4°C (39°F) overnight.

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

Not particularly. Breskens averages just 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain in December, making it a mostly dry month for Zeeland, the Netherlands.

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

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Breskens, December may not be the ideal time to visit Zeeland, the Netherlands.

On average, the best time to visit Zeeland, the Netherlands is in June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in Breskens. On the other hand, the months of January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Zeeland.

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