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Rotterdam in December 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Rotterdam in December 2026? Discover the usual weather at this time of year, average temperatures, the risk of rain, possible activities, and our opinion on whether December is a good month to travel to Rotterdam, Netherlands.

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Rotterdam in December 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

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Rotterdam in December in summary
Adverse weather
Min 6°C Max 8°C 90 mm 7 day(s) 86% 66% 12°C 5.0 h/day 2.3 cm
Best activities in December
Cultural visits and heritageGastronomy
Practical guidelines
High crowding Moderate prices 08:45 16:32
Hourly weather

Average weather in Rotterdam in December 2026

Adverse weather

The weather in Rotterdam in December 2026 is based on statistical data from previous years in December. This allows you to forecast the weather in December 2026. Check the hourly statistics (6:00, 9:00, 12:00, 15:00, 18:00, 21:00, 0:00 and 3:00), with the associated average temperature, for the whole month, and also, by navigating the tabs, for the beginning, middle and end of the month.

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Climate

Climate of Rotterdam in December

Temperatures, precipitation, snow and monthly trends help better understand the climate in Rotterdam in December.

Temperatures and rain in Rotterdam in December

Average daily weather

Temperatures, rain and snow day by day in December, with a separate scale for snow.
Minimal Average Maximums Average rainfall Daily snow

Monthly temperatures

The month of December is highlighted to compare it quickly with the rest of the year.
Minimal Average Maximums

Monthly precipitation

The bar for the month under study is highlighted.
Average rainfall

About the climate in Rotterdam in December

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Rotterdam in December

Check the seasonal normals in Rotterdam in December and compare the weather with the previous month and the following month (or the months of your choice by selecting months in the form below): temperatures, wind, rain, humidity, climate rating...

Last updated: 12/01/2026
Reference period for normals: January 2009 - December 2025
Month analyzed
December
Weather data November December January
Outside temperature
Average temperature 9.9°C 7.2°C 5.3°C
Maximum temperature 10.9°C 8.1°C 6.2°C
Minimum temperature 8.9°C 6.3°C 4.4°C
Record maximum temperature 17.0°C
(2014)
14.0°C
(2018)
12.0°C
(2018)
Record low temperature -2.0°C
(2010)
-5.0°C
(2009)
-5.0°C
(2010)
Number of days at +30° 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Number of days at +18° 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Number of days below 0° 0 day(s)
(0%)
2 day(s)
(6%)
4 day(s)
(13%)
Sea temperature
Sea temperature (average) 13.2°C 9.6°C 6.7°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 11.3°C 7.1°C 4.8°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 15.2°C 12.2°C 8.5°C
Wind
Wind speed 30 km/h 33 km/h 31 km/h
Wind temperature 5.7°C 2.2°C -0.1°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 94.8 mm 89.8 mm 79.1 mm
Number of days with precipitation 19 day(s)
(63%)
20 day(s)
(65%)
20 day(s)
(65%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 7 day(s)
(23%)
7 day(s)
(22%)
5 day(s)
(18%)
Record precipitation in one day 22.6 mm
(2013)
18.9 mm
(2020)
18.3 mm
(2018)
Other weather data
Humidity 84% 86% 86%
Visibility 9.3 km 9.0 km 8.9 km
Cloud cover 59% 66% 64%
UV index 3 2 2
Daily sunshine 6h 5h 5h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 08h03 08h45 08h44
Sunset time 16h52 16h32 17h02
Day length 8h49 7h47 8h18
Our opinion on the climate in December
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Activities and events

What to do in Rotterdam in December?

Best activities in December
Cultural visits and heritageGastronomy
Possible activities in December
Family and attractionsNightlife
Activities not recommended in December
Beach and swimmingWatersportsNature and landscapesBoat trip and cruise
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The best offers right now to Rotterdam

Each map is a real return flight offered from London, with its dates, airline and price. Choose one to find it on Skyscanner, or start your own search just below.

The cheapest

London Rotterdam

From 8 Dec to 15 Dec 2026

£105 per person
7 days on site Direct flight Transavia Airlines
The cheapest

London Rotterdam

From 11 Dec to 27 Dec 2026

£136 per person
16 days on site Direct flight Transavia Airlines
The cheapest

London Rotterdam

From 13 Dec to 27 Dec 2026

£146 per person
14 days on site Direct flight Transavia Airlines
The cheapest

London Rotterdam

From 7 Dec to 13 Dec 2026

£151 per person
6 days on site Direct flight British Airways
The cheapest

London Rotterdam

From 2 Dec to 6 Dec 2026

£153 per person
4 days on site Direct flight British Airways
The cheapest

London Rotterdam

From 12 Dec to 16 Dec 2026

£166 per person
4 days on site With stopover(s) Ryanair
The cheapest

London Rotterdam

From 21 Dec to 28 Dec 2026

£176 per person
7 days on site Direct flight British Airways
The cheapest

London Rotterdam

From 23 Dec to 29 Dec 2026

£204 per person
6 days on site Direct flight British Airways
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Round-trip prices per person, recently collected from Skyscanner. Each offer has its own collection date and fares change constantly: the price displayed on Skyscanner is authoritative.

Observed weather

What was the weather like in Rotterdam in December last?

Find the observed weather calendar in Rotterdam in December 2025, with each day’s weather, temperatures and precipitation.

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Partly Cloudy
6°C8°C0.0 mm
2
Cloudy
7°C8°C0.5 mm
3
Clear/Sunny
7°C9°C0.0 mm
4
Overcast
6°C8°C0.7 mm
5
Cloudy
6°C7°C0.0 mm
6
Patchy rain nearby
8°C10°C6.1 mm
7
Patchy rain nearby
9°C12°C2.5 mm
8
Light rain shower
11°C12°C2.9 mm
9
Partly Cloudy
11°C12°C0.4 mm
10
Partly Cloudy
10°C12°C0.0 mm
11
Partly Cloudy
9°C10°C0.0 mm
12
Overcast
8°C10°C0.2 mm
13
Clear/Sunny
9°C10°C0.0 mm
14
Clear/Sunny
7°C9°C0.0 mm
15
Clear/Sunny
8°C10°C0.0 mm
16
Partly Cloudy
9°C11°C0.0 mm
17
Partly Cloudy
9°C9°C0.0 mm
18
Light drizzle
9°C12°C1.2 mm
19
Partly Cloudy
9°C11°C1.3 mm
20
Overcast
7°C8°C0.7 mm
21
Partly Cloudy
9°C10°C0.1 mm
22
Partly Cloudy
7°C8°C0.0 mm
23
Partly Cloudy
4°C6°C0.0 mm
24
Clear/Sunny
2°C3°C0.0 mm
25
Clear/Sunny
1°C3°C0.0 mm
26
Clear/Sunny
1°C4°C0.0 mm
27
Clear/Sunny
3°C8°C0.0 mm
28
Clear/Sunny
4°C7°C0.0 mm
29
Patchy rain nearby
6°C7°C0.0 mm
30
Patchy rain nearby
5°C7°C0.1 mm
31
Patchy rain nearby
6°C7°C0.3 mm
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Where to go near Rotterdam in December?

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Rotterdam in December: your frequently asked questions

Short answers to the questions we ask ourselves before booking for this month.

Not really. The weather conditions are unfavorable in Rotterdam in December, which places this month 10th out of 12. A trip is still possible, but plan a flexible itinerary.

Expect an average of 8°C during the day and 6°C at night, with about 90 mm of precipitation spread over 7 rainy days.

The sea is only 10°C on average in December. Swimming is still possible, but it will be cool.

Expect about 5.0 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

This month is particularly suited to these activities: Cultural visits and heritage and Gastronomy. These are the ones for which the conditions on site are most favourable.

Visitor numbers are moderate: this month is in High crowding, with an index of 58/100. It is often a good compromise between weather and tranquility.

Prices are average: level Moderate prices, with an index of 42/100, including flights and accommodation.

If your dates are flexible, the most favorable months in Rotterdam are: June, July, August and September. Compare them before finalizing your departure.
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