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Zandvoort in December 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Zandvoort 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 Zandvoort, Netherlands.

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Zandvoort in December 2026: weather, temperatures and activities

Page summary

Zandvoort in December in summary
Very bad weather
Min 6°C Max 8°C 79 mm 5 day(s) 86% 67% 12°C 4.9 h/day 2.0 cm
Activities not recommended in December
Beach and swimmingAnimal observationWatersportsNature and landscapesNightlifeBoat trip and cruise
Practical guidelines
Moderate crowds Low price 08:46 16:28
Hourly weather

Average weather in Zandvoort in December 2026

Very bad weather

The weather in Zandvoort 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 Zandvoort in December

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

Temperatures and rain in Zandvoort 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 Zandvoort in December

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Zandvoort in December

Check the seasonal normals in Zandvoort 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 9.8°C 7.1°C 5.2°C
Maximum temperature 10.7°C 8.0°C 6.1°C
Minimum temperature 8.8°C 6.2°C 4.3°C
Record maximum temperature 17.0°C
(2020)
13.0°C
(2015)
12.0°C
(2018)
Record low temperature -1.0°C
(2010)
-5.0°C
(2009)
-4.0°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%)
1 day(s)
(3%)
4 day(s)
(13%)
Sea temperature
Sea temperature (average) 13.0°C 9.3°C 6.3°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 10.9°C 6.8°C 4.4°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 15.0°C 12.1°C 8.4°C
Wind
Wind speed 30 km/h 33 km/h 31 km/h
Wind temperature 5.5°C 2.0°C -0.3°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 87.4 mm 79.0 mm 69.0 mm
Number of days with precipitation 20 day(s)
(67%)
20 day(s)
(65%)
20 day(s)
(65%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 6 day(s)
(22%)
5 day(s)
(18%)
5 day(s)
(16%)
Record precipitation in one day 19.7 mm
(2013)
28.8 mm
(2019)
20.0 mm
(2018)
Other weather data
Humidity 84% 86% 86%
Visibility 9.3 km 9.0 km 9.0 km
Cloud cover 59% 67% 65%
UV index 3 2 2
Daily sunshine 6h 5h 5h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 08h03 08h46 08h44
Sunset time 16h49 16h28 16h59
Day length 8h46 7h42 8h15
Our opinion on the climate in December
The review of Where And When adverse weather very bad weather very bad weather
Activities and events

What to do in Zandvoort in December?

Activities not recommended in December
Beach and swimmingAnimal observationWatersportsNature and landscapesNightlifeBoat trip and cruise
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Zandvoort in December last?

Find the observed weather calendar in Zandvoort 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
Overcast
7°C8°C0.3 mm
3
Clear/Sunny
7°C8°C0.0 mm
4
Cloudy
6°C8°C0.2 mm
5
Partly Cloudy
5°C7°C0.1 mm
6
Thundery outbreaks in nearby
7°C10°C3.1 mm
7
Light drizzle
9°C12°C5.3 mm
8
Light drizzle
10°C12°C3.0 mm
9
Cloudy
11°C12°C0.9 mm
10
Partly Cloudy
10°C12°C0.0 mm
11
Partly Cloudy
9°C10°C0.0 mm
12
Overcast
8°C10°C0.0 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
Overcast
9°C10°C0.0 mm
17
Patchy rain nearby
8°C9°C0.0 mm
18
Patchy rain nearby
9°C12°C0.9 mm
19
Partly Cloudy
9°C11°C1.4 mm
20
Overcast
7°C8°C0.6 mm
21
Cloudy
8°C10°C0.1 mm
22
Clear/Sunny
6°C8°C0.0 mm
23
Clear/Sunny
4°C5°C0.0 mm
24
Clear/Sunny
2°C3°C0.0 mm
25
Clear/Sunny
1°C3°C0.0 mm
26
Clear/Sunny
1°C3°C0.0 mm
27
Partly Cloudy
3°C8°C0.0 mm
28
Clear/Sunny
3°C6°C0.0 mm
29
Patchy rain nearby
6°C7°C0.0 mm
30
Patchy rain nearby
4°C6°C0.1 mm
31
Patchy rain nearby
6°C7°C0.4 mm
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Where to go near Zandvoort in December?

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Zandvoort 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 Zandvoort in December, which places this month 12th 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 79 mm of precipitation spread over 5 rainy days.

The sea is only 9°C on average in December. Swimming is still possible, but it will be cool.

Expect about 4.9 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

No: this month is in Moderate crowds, with a visitor index of 33/100. It is one of the quietest periods of the year.

No: rates are at level Low price, with a price index of 31/100. It’s one of the most budget-friendly months.

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