Monthly climate guide
Amsterdam weather in December
Expect cold weather in Amsterdam in December: afternoons reach about 7°C (45°F), while nights drop to around 4°C (39°F). Around 86 mm of rain falls over the month (some rain), and skies are often cloudy. Daytime highs are 2°C cooler than November and 2°C warmer than January.
What stands out in December
- Expect more cloud than at any other time of year.
- Only 2 months are cooler in Amsterdam than December.
- There's little difference between day and night (around 3°C).
- Check the hourly forecast before heading to Rijksmuseum — showers are likely.
It's usually the wettest month of the year.
Avg high
7°C
45°F
Avg low
4°C
39°F
Rainfall
86 mm
some rain
Humidity
92%
relative
Sky
81%
cloud · often cloudy
Amsterdam weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 6°C / 42°F | 2°C / 35°F | 74 mm | 91% | 79% |
| February | 6°C / 43°F | 1°C / 34°F | 58 mm | 89% | 74% |
| March | 9°C / 48°F | 3°C / 37°F | 47 mm | 86% | 69% |
| April | 13°C / 55°F | 6°C / 42°F | 38 mm | 80% | 65% |
| May | 16°C / 62°F | 9°C / 49°F | 52 mm | 79% | 66% |
| June | 19°C / 67°F | 13°C / 55°F | 72 mm | 79% | 71% |
| July | 21°C / 70°F | 15°C / 58°F | 76 mm | 78% | 69% |
| August | 21°C / 71°F | 15°C / 59°F | 78 mm | 79% | 67% |
| September | 19°C / 65°F | 12°C / 54°F | 67 mm | 81% | 66% |
| October | 15°C / 58°F | 9°C / 49°F | 82 mm | 86% | 73% |
| November | 10°C / 49°F | 6°C / 42°F | 66 mm | 91% | 77% |
| December | 7°C / 45°F | 4°C / 39°F | 86 mm | 92% | 81% |
What to pack for December
- A proper insulated winter coat
- A hat, scarf and gloves
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
Is December a good time to visit Amsterdam?
Our Amsterdam guide recommends: April for tulip season, or May to September for the mildest, driest weather.
Book Anne Frank House and Rijksmuseum tickets online well in advance — both regularly sell out, especially in summer.
Best time to visit Amsterdam →Other Netherlands cities in December
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Amsterdam in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Amsterdam?
December is cool in Amsterdam, with highs around 7°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Amsterdam in December?
Average highs are about 7°C (45°F) and average lows about 4°C (39°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Amsterdam in December?
Amsterdam typically gets around 86 mm of rain in December — some rain. It's usually the wettest month of the year.
When is the best time to visit Amsterdam?
April for tulip season, or May to September for the mildest, driest weather.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Amsterdam (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.