Verdict: Tough month
Amsterdam Weather in December
December is properly cold in Amsterdam, with highs of only 8°C (46°F). It's also the wet side of the calendar: rain falls on about 16 days, so build flexibility into plans. If your dates are flexible, most travelers will have a better time in Amsterdam outside December.
Average high
8°C / 46°F
Average low
3°C / 37°F
Rain days
~16
Precipitation
91 mm
What to pack for Amsterdam in December
- A proper warm jacket, and a hat for mornings
- Rain gear is non-negotiable — expect rain on roughly 16 days
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
December against the rest of the year
Warmest in Amsterdam: Aug (22°C / 72°F) · Coolest: Jan (7°C / 45°F) · Wettest: Oct (~18 rain days)
7°
3°
Jan
9°
4°
Feb
10°
4°
Mar
13°
5°
Apr
17°
9°
May
21°
13°
Jun
21°
14°
Jul
22°
15°
Aug
20°
12°
Sep
15°
10°
Oct
11°
6°
Nov
8°
3°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)