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Zutphen Weather in December

December in Zutphen typically sees daytime highs of 7°C (45°F) and nighttime lows of 2°C (36°F). Rainfall is also possible this month, so it's worth packing an umbrella. It falls within the winter season.

Rainfall in Zutphen in December

Rain is expected on roughly 19 days, totalling around 76 mm (3 in) for the month. 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 Zutphen in December

Daytime highs in Zutphen in December reach 7°C (45°F), with nights around 2°C (36°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. With lows around 2°C (36°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Zutphen in December

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 33 hours of sunshine.

Wind Speed in Zutphen in December

Average wind conditions reach 5 m/s (10 knots) in December. This creates lively weather with fresh winds that make small trees sway noticeably. Remember this is an average: some days are less windy while others have particularly active windy conditions.

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

Zutphen Temperature in December

Min Temperature
2°C (36°F)
Max Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Chance of Rain
63%
Precipitation
76 mm (3 in)
Rainy days
19 days
Humidity
89% *
Windspeed
5 m/s (10 knots) *
Sunshine
33 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
14% *
* Data from: Deelen, the Netherlands (23 KM, 14 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 Zutphen in December

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Zutphen 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. With limited sunshine expected, sunglasses aren't a priority for packing.

What To Do in Zutphen 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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