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Steenwijk Weather in December

With daytime temperatures of 7°C (45°F) and nighttime lows of 2°C (36°F), December in Steenwijk brings low temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is typical. Around 74 mm (2.9 in) falls on average.

Rainfall in Steenwijk in December

Historically, December sees about 20 days of rain, with a monthly average of 74 mm (2.9 in). With rain spread across many days but low totals, showers are typically short and light rather than heavy.

Temperature in Steenwijk in December

Steenwijk in December gets highs of 7°C (45°F) during the day and drops to 2°C (36°F) at night. The month of December belongs to the winter season. Temperatures remain on the cold side all day. A proper warm jacket is worth having, not just for evenings. 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 Steenwijk in December

The city usually sees around 31 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

December in Steenwijk has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

Steenwijk Temperature in December

Min Temperature
2°C (36°F)
Max Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Chance of Rain
67%
Precipitation
74 mm (2.9 in)
Rainy days
20 days
Humidity
91% *
Sunshine
31 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
13% *
* Data from: Assen, the Netherlands (37 KM, 23 Miles).

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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 Steenwijk 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. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Steenwijk 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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