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Zuid-Holland Weather in December

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

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Rotterdam The Hague Noordwijk aan Zee Scheveningen

Planning a getaway to Zuid-Holland, 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 Zuid-Holland in December

Zuid-Holland, the Netherlands is a region in the Netherlands. December in Zuid-Holland generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. December falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

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

For specific regional insights in Zuid-Holland, the Netherlands, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Meerkerk with an average of 76 mm (3 in) to moderate rainfall in Noordwijk aan Zee with 96 mm (3.8 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is more restricted in many locations in December. The Hague sees roughly 50 hours of sunlight. Our weather planner can help you find destinations with more sunshine if needed.

Explore Zuid-Holland by month

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

January7°C (45°F) February8°C (46°F) March11°C (52°F) April15°C (59°F) May18°C (64°F) June21°C (70°F) This monthJuly23°C (73°F) August23°C (73°F) September20°C (68°F) October16°C (61°F) November11°C (52°F) December8°C (46°F)
Best Time to Visit Zuid-Holland →

Best Places to Visit in Zuid-Holland in December

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

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 Zuid-Holland

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

Temperature range in Zuid-Holland (December)

Precipitation variation in Zuid-Holland (December)

The Hague

In December The Hague 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
64 hours
50 hours
67 hours
Monthly rainfall
87 mm (3.4 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
19 days
20 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in The Hague →

Rotterdam

In December Rotterdam 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 »
November
December
January
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
64 hours
54 hours
68 hours
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
19 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Rotterdam →

Noordwijk aan Zee

In December Noordwijk aan Zee 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
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
64 hours
50 hours
67 hours
Monthly rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
19 days
20 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Noordwijk aan Zee →

Scheveningen

In December Scheveningen 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
11°C (52°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
50 hours
67 hours
Monthly rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
19 days
20 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Scheveningen →

Dordrecht

In December Dordrecht 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)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
64 hours
54 hours
68 hours
Monthly rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
77 mm (3 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
19 days
19 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Dordrecht →

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

Popular cities in December

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Rotterdam 8°C (46°F) 3°C (37°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
The Hague 8°C (46°F) 4°C (39°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Noordwijk aan Zee 8°C (46°F) 4°C (39°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)
Scheveningen 9°C (48°F) 4°C (39°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
Dordrecht 8°C (46°F) 2°C (36°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Leiden 8°C (46°F) 4°C (39°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)

Zuid-Holland weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

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

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

The Hague averages a daytime maximum of 8°C (46°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 4°C (39°F).

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Zuid-Holland, the Netherlands during December, with The Hague averaging close to 88 mm (3.5 in).

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

In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit Zuid-Holland, the Netherlands due to the typically poor weather in The Hague.

On average, the best time to visit Zuid-Holland, the Netherlands is in July, August and September with generally perfect weather in The Hague. The weather in January, February, March and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

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