Smilde Weather in December

In Smilde, December brings low daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), with nights cooling to 2°C (36°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall this month.

Rainfall in Smilde in December

Rain is expected on roughly 21 days, totalling around 73 mm (2.9 in) for the month. Rain is frequent but mostly light this month, with brief showers more common than heavy downpours.

Temperature in Smilde in December

Smilde in December gets highs of 7°C (45°F) during the day and drops to 2°C (36°F) at night. The winter season is characteristic of December. It stays cool throughout the day, so warm layers are a good idea from morning to evening. With overnight lows of 2°C (36°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Smilde in December

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 31 hours of sunshine.

Wind Speed in Smilde in December

In December, average wind speeds reach 4 m/s (8 knots), leading to light to moderate breezes. Conditions vary from day to day, with both calm and windier periods.

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

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Smilde Temperature in December

Min Temperature 2°C (36°F)  

Max Temperature 7°C (45°F)  

Chance of Rain 68%  

Precipitation 73 mm (2.9 in)  

Rainy days 21 days  

Humidity 91% *  

Windspeed 4 m/s (8 knots) *  

Sunshine 31 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 13% *  

* Data from: Assen, the Netherlands (8 KM, 5 Miles).

What to Wear in Smilde in December

Cold weather calls for smart layering in December. A thermal base layer makes a huge difference in staying warm. Add a wool sweater or fleece, then a wind-resistant outer jacket. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. With limited sunshine expected, sunglasses aren't a priority for packing.

What To Do in Smilde 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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• January
• February
• March
• April

• May
• June
• July
• August

• September
• October
• November
• December

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit the Netherlands, check out our Smilde's climate page.

More climate data for Smilde

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