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Schoondijke Weather in December

Schoondijke in December averages 8°C (46°F) during the day and 4°C (39°F) at night. This is the wettest month of the year, and part of the winter season.

Rainfall in Schoondijke in December

The month brings the most rain, so be prepared with an umbrella for the occasional shower. Rain is expected on roughly 19 days, totalling around 81 mm (3.2 in) for the month. Rain is frequent but mostly light this month, with brief showers more common than heavy downpours.

Temperature in Schoondijke in December

In December, Schoondijke gets low temperatures, with highs of 8°C (46°F). Nights cool to around 4°C (39°F). December is typically considered a winter month. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. With lows around 4°C (39°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Schoondijke in December

This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 64 hours of sunshine, perfect for those who enjoy cooler temperatures.

Wind Speed in Schoondijke in December

December has wind speeds averaging 7 m/s (14 knots). You can expect generally windy conditions with strong breezes affecting daily routines on typical days. As an average, some days have moderate strong winds while others feature more intense gusts that make walking and movement challenging.

Average water temperature in December

With water temperatures around 8°C (46°F), swimming isn't really an option for most visitors. The cold sets in quickly and a wetsuit won't fully solve it.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Schoondijke. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Schoondijke Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 4°C (39°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 8°C (46°F)  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 8°C (46°F) *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 62%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 81 mm (3.2 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 19 days  
HumidityHumidity 87% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 7 m/s (14 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 64 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 26% *  
* Data from: Vlissingen, the Netherlands (11 KM, 6 Miles).

Best Places in the Netherlands in December

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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 (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Schoondijke in December

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Schoondijke in December. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. The water temperature sits at about 8°C (46°F), which is too chilly for most people to enjoy swimming. Leave the swimsuit at home unless you love cold water. With limited sunshine expected, sunglasses aren't a priority for packing.

What To Do in Schoondijke in December

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

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