Ypres Weather in December
December in Ypres brings low temperatures around 9°C (48°F) during the day, dropping to 3°C (37°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 75 mm (3 in) for the month.
Rainfall in Ypres in December
Historically, the month has about 19 days of rain, averaging 75 mm (3 in) in total. 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 Ypres in December
Daytime temperatures in Ypres reach 9°C (48°F) in December, dropping to 3°C (37°F) at night. This month falls in the winter season. It stays cool throughout the day, so warm layers are a good idea from morning to evening. With lows around 3°C (37°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.
Sunshine in Ypres in December
The city usually sees around 51 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Ypres. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
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Ypres Temperature in December
Min Temperature
3°C (37°F)
Max Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Chance of Rain
65%
Precipitation
75 mm (3 in)
Rainy days
19 days
Humidity
90% *
Sunshine
51 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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Daily Historical Temperatures
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Ypres typically stay consistent throughout December, with daily highs averaging around 9°C (48°F). Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from 2°C (36°F) to 4°C (39°F).
Average temperatures in December
Daily Historical Precipitation
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in December
Historical weather for Ypres in December
Browse day-by-day weather records for Ypres spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Ypres historical weather extremes in December
Based on 49 years of weather observations in Ypres between 1976 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes.
- The hottest December day on record in Ypres reached 16°C (61°F) (December 31, 2022).
- The coldest December day was on December 31, 1978, with a maximum of -6°C (21°F).
- The lowest overnight temperature recorded in December was -11°C (12°F) (December 3, 2010).
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What to Wear in Ypres in December
We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Ypres in December. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.What To Do in Ypres in December
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Belgium, check out our Ypres's climate page.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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