Ter Apel Weather in December

December in Ter Apel averages 7°C (45°F) during the day and 1°C (34°F) at night. Quite a bit of rainfall is typical this month, with around 74 mm (2.9 in) on average. An umbrella is a good idea.

Rainfall in Ter Apel in December

Expect around 20 days of rain based on historical data, with 74 mm (2.9 in) average. Rain falls on many days this month, but usually in relatively small amounts. A light waterproof is more useful than a heavy umbrella.

Temperature in Ter Apel in December

Daytime highs in Ter Apel in December reach 7°C (45°F), with nights around 1°C (34°F). December is part of winter. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. Nights drop to 1°C (34°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Ter Apel in December

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 31 hours of sun. It's ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

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

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Ter Apel Temperature in December

Min Temperature 1°C (34°F)  

Max Temperature 7°C (45°F)  

Chance of Rain 66%  

Precipitation 74 mm (2.9 in)  

Rainy days 20 days  

Humidity 91% *  

Sunshine 31 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 13% *  

* Data from: Assen, the Netherlands (36 KM, 22 Miles).

What to Wear in Ter Apel in December

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Ter Apel 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. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Ter Apel 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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More climate data for Ter Apel

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