Amsterdam in december: average Weather, Temperature and Climate
Weather in Amsterdam in december 2024
The weather in Amsterdam in december comes from statistical datas on the last years. You can view the weather statistics for the whole month, but also navigating through the tabs for the beginning, the middle and the end of the month.
Average weather throughout december
very bad weather 58cm
Weather at 6am
43°F
Cloudy
28% of time
23%
21%
9%
Weather at 12pm
45°F
Cloudy
32% of time
18%
17%
16%
Weather at 6pm
43°F
Cloudy
26% of time
23%
21%
14%
Weather at 3am
43°F
27%
22%
19%
12%
Evolution of daily average temperature and precipitation in Amsterdam in december
These charts show the evolution of average minimum/maximum temperatures as well as average daily precipitation volume in Amsterdam in december.
The climate of Amsterdam in december is very bad
With the rain that adds to the cold that is already installed, the weather in Amsterdam throughout December is barely suitable for outdoor activities. The rainy days succeed one another with cloudy mornings so that the beautiful sunny days are rare and in favor of the snowfalls that multiply towards mid-December.
Beginning of December in Amsterdam
The increase in rainfall affects the climate throughout December in Amsterdam, which is becoming very rainy. The first ten days of the month are then defined by the succession of wet, gray and cloudy days. On the other hand, the temperature that is continuing to descend, allows the snow to form.
Middle of December in Amsterdam
In mid-December, the weather continues to cool and most of the time presents values between 3° C and 6° C. However, there is a slight improvement in climatic conditions, as rainy mornings quickly give way to magnificent afternoons. With the night temperature drop, it is not uncommon for snow to fall at this time.
End of December in Amsterdam
The last ten days of the month are characterized by the cold as well as alternating cloudy and rainy days. As fine weather is just a few cloud thinnings, it may be that Christmas time is less favorable.
Seasonal average climate and temperature of Amsterdam in december
Check below seasonal norms These statistics are generated from the weather statements of the past years of the month of december.
| December | |||||
| Outside temperature | |||||
| Average temperature | 43°F | ||||
| Highest temperature | 47°F | ||||
| Lowest temperature | 41°F | ||||
| Highest record temperature | 58°F (2015) | ||||
| Lowest record temperature | 20°F (2010) | ||||
| Number of days at -32°F | 4 day(s) (13%) | ||||
| Sea temperature | |||||
| Average sea temperature | 50°F | ||||
| Lowest sea temperature | 45°F | ||||
| Highest sea temperature | 54°F | ||||
| Wind | |||||
| Wind speed | 25km/h | ||||
| Wind temperature | 34°F | ||||
| Precipitation (rainfall) | |||||
| Rainfall | 4.6in | ||||
| Number of days with rainfall | 8 day(s) (27%) | ||||
| Record daily rainfall | 1in (2018) | ||||
| Snowfall | 58cm | ||||
| Other climate data | |||||
| Humidity | 90% | ||||
| Visibility | 8.53km | ||||
| Cloud cover | 66% | ||||
| UV index | 3 | ||||
| Daily sunshine hours | 6 | ||||
| Sunrise and sunset | |||||
| Time of sunrise | 08:44 | ||||
| Time of sunset | 16:27 | ||||
| Length of day | 07:43 | ||||
| Our opinion about the weather in december | |||||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad | ||||
How was the weather last december?
Here is the day by day recorded weather in Amsterdam in december 2023:
32°F to 36°F
32°F to 38°F
32°F to 36°F
34°F to 36°F
38°F to 40°F
40°F to 43°F
34°F to 40°F
38°F to 47°F
43°F to 50°F
47°F to 49°F
49°F to 50°F
43°F to 45°F
43°F to 47°F
41°F to 45°F
43°F to 49°F
43°F to 50°F
49°F to 52°F
47°F to 49°F
49°F to 50°F
45°F to 47°F
50°F to 52°F
45°F to 49°F
49°F to 50°F
50°F to 54°F
52°F to 54°F
45°F to 52°F
41°F to 49°F
50°F to 50°F
49°F to 50°F
43°F to 49°F
45°F to 49°F
Map: other cities in the Netherlands in december
Cities near Amsterdam:
| Marken in december | very bad weather |
| Volendam in december | very bad weather |
| Almere Stad in december | very bad weather |
| Zandvoort in december | very bad weather |
| Keukenhof (Stationsweg) in december | very bad weather |
| Alkmaar in december | very bad weather |
| Hoorn in december | very bad weather |
| Utrecht in december | very bad weather |
| De Bilt in december | very bad weather |
| Katwijk aan Zee in december | very bad weather |
| Amersfoort in december | very bad weather |
| Gouda in december | very bad weather |
Click over cities on the map for information about the weather in december.
Amsterdam
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Weather data for Amsterdam in december:
Weather data for Amsterdam for december are derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Amsterdam. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Amsterdam can vary slightly from year to year, but this data should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags or check for the best time in year to go to Amsterdam.