Weather in Amsterdam in December
It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.
Climate Overview
December is a wet time to visit Amsterdam. Amsterdam has a Moderate climate with average yearly highs of 8°C, lows of 3°C, and approximately 18 rainy days per month.
8°C
3°C
18days
7.7h
Is December a good time to visit Amsterdam?
It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.
Daylight
8:45 AM
4:28 PM
Weather by Month
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8°C | 4°C | 11 | Good |
| February | 9°C | 5°C | 19 | Wet |
| March | 10°C | 3°C | 10 | Good |
| April | 15°C | 5°C | 4 | Excellent (best) |
| May | 17°C | 8°C | 4 | Excellent (best) |
| June | 21°C | 13°C | 17 | Excellent (best) |
| July | 20°C | 13°C | 19 | Excellent (best) |
| August | 24°C | 16°C | 17 | Excellent (best) |
| September | 19°C | 11°C | 12 | Excellent (best) |
| October | 14°C | 9°C | 21 | Wet |
| November | 12°C | 6°C | 14 | Wet |
| December | 8°C | 3°C | 18 | Wet |
Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025
What to Pack for December
Warm coat, scarf, gloves, thermal layers, and waterproof boots.
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Common Questions
Is December a good time to visit Amsterdam? +
December is typically Wet for visiting Amsterdam, with average highs of 8°C and around 18 rainy days.
What should I pack for Amsterdam in December? +
With highs of 8°C and lows of 3°C in {month}, we recommend: Warm coat, scarf, gloves, thermal layers, and waterproof boots.
Does it rain a lot in Amsterdam in December? +
Amsterdam typically sees around 18 rainy days in December.
How many hours of daylight are there in Amsterdam in December? +
In December, Amsterdam gets approximately 7.7 hours of daylight per day.
Is December peak season in Amsterdam? +
No, December is not peak season in Amsterdam. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.
What is the best month to visit Amsterdam? +
The best months to visit Amsterdam are April, May, June, July, August, September, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.
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