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Winkel Weather in December

With daytime temperatures of 8°C (46°F) and nighttime lows of 4°C (39°F), December in Winkel brings low temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is typical. Around 83 mm (3.3 in) falls on average.

Rainfall in Winkel in December

You can expect rain on roughly 20 days based on historical data, averaging 83 mm (3.3 in) for the month. Rain is frequent but mostly light this month, with brief showers more common than heavy downpours.

Temperature in Winkel in December

In December, Winkel gets low temperatures, with highs of 8°C (46°F). Nights cool to around 4°C (39°F). The winter season is characteristic of December. Temperatures remain on the cold side all day. A proper warm jacket is worth having, not just for evenings. Nights drop to 4°C (39°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Winkel in December

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 38 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

Wind Speed in Winkel 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

The water temperature is only 8°C (46°F) this month — cold enough that most people will want to stay out. Hardy swimmers may manage a quick dip, but it won't be comfortable.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Winkel. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Winkel 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 65%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 83 mm (3.3 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 20 days  
HumidityHumidity 88% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 7 m/s (14 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 38 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 16% *  
* Data from: De Kooy, the Netherlands (20 KM, 12 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 Winkel in December

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Winkel 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. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Winkel 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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