Temperatures in December
It's cold in December in Nijmegen with an average temperature of 8°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 6°C to a high of 10°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 2°C and 6°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Nijmegen in December. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of December
The month of December starts in Nijmegen with cold temperatures, averaging around 7°C during the day and nights close to 3°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry.
Mid-December
By mid-December, the average daytime temperature rises to around 9°C, with nights close to 4°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Nijmegen will be around 9°C, with nights close to 5°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny. Wear a thick coat, jumper, and long trousers.
Discover cheap trips to Nijmegen 
Precipitation in December
In December, there is an average of 72 mm of precipitation, spread over 15 days. Of the total precipitation, about 1,1 cm falls as snow in December. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
The average precipitation chance is 49% per day this month. Though it seems average, the weather’s variable. Some days have higher, others lower precipitation chances.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in December for Nijmegen. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Nijmegen in December |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
8°C | 9°C | |
 High Temp |
10°C | 11°C | |
| Low Temp |
6°C | 8°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
72 mm | 67 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
15 days | 10 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
1,1 cm | 1,2 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
1 day | 1 day | |
November
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 1 this month. That's a low value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. The risk of sunburn is minimal at this time.
Temperature records for Nijmegen in December
With 15°C, Nijmegen hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in December 2022. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -2°C in 2021. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -10°C to a high of 12°C.
Check out the climate of Nijmegen for all months and discover the best travel time
Curious about the climate in other parts of Netherlands? Check out the weather and climate in places like Texel, Veluwe, or have a look at other destinations in Netherlands.
Plan your next holiday
Don’t miss the best holiday deals for Nijmegen and see what our partners have for you.
Daily Temperature in December in Nijmegen
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in December in Nijmegen, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in December in Nijmegen
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Nijmegen, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for December, you can expect around 15 days of rain in Nijmegen.
Daily Snowfall in December in Nijmegen
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in December in Nijmegen, measured in centimetres. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in December.
Daily UV Index in December in Nijmegen
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Nijmegen, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in December in Nijmegen Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Nijmegen, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in December in Nijmegen Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Nijmegen, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in December in Nijmegen per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in December in Nijmegen, measured in centimetres, over the past years.
Daily climate in December for Nijmegen
Click on a specific day in December for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Nijmegen. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in December in Nijmegen
The weather in December in Nijmegen is rated 2 out of 5 stars by 1 visitor. Have you been to Nijmegen? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
Write your own review
The December weather in Nijmegen was cold and often grey. It rained regularly and temperatures were mostly around freezing. Sunshine was rare, but snow added a touch of winter romance.— This text is automatically translated to English
Have you been to Nijmegen in December?
Share your weather experience in December in Nijmegen.
Average Weather in Nijmegen by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Nijmegen. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
