Retranchement weather in December (Zeeland, Netherlands)

What weather conditions can you expect in Retranchement this December? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

During December, Retranchement usually has low temperatures and moderate rainfall. Winter occurs in December. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 9°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately 4°C.

Precipitation

Retranchement in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 85 mm for the month. This is the wettest month of the year, so having an umbrella ready is a smart choice. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 19 days with rain.

Average sunshine

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 64 hours hours of sunshine, suitable for those who prefer less sun.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Retranchement. June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Retranchement climate page with graphs.

 

Retranchement, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 4°C  

Max Temperature 9°C  

Water Temperature 8°C *  

Chance of Rain 62%  

Precipitation 85 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Humidity 87% *  

Windspeed 25 km/h *  

Sunshine 64 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 26% *  

* Data from: Vlissingen, the Netherlands (18 KM, 11 Miles).

Where to go in the Netherlands in December

Find out more about the weather in the Netherlands and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. With a water temperature of around 8°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

Interested in more climate information?

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