What is the weather like in Rotterdam in December?

Expect temperatures between 3°C and 7°C with 31% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Rotterdam in December?

Rotterdam in December scores 64/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Worthwhile timing with some trade-offs.

Who should visit Rotterdam in December?

December in Rotterdam is ideal for: Cultural tourists, Business travelers.

Rotterdam Weather in December | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

7°C

Hottest around day 24

Avg Low

3°C

Coolest around day 14

Rainy Days

25days

31% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Winter season

Sea Temperature in December

North Sea(Noordzee)

7.7°C

Monthly Average

Water Feel

🥶Polar Plunge

Consider a wetsuit for extended swimming

Swim Rating

❄️Cold water hazard

Based on average sea surface temperature

Body of Water

North Sea

Noordzee

Rotterdam coastline

Essential Travel Info for Rotterdam

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Currency

EUR

€ Euro

Language

Dutch

Driving

Right side

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Safety

High Safety

GPI: 1.522

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Remote

15/ 100

Traffic Index

Off the beaten path

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Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

7 Recommendations

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Hepatitis A

Consider hepatitis A vaccination for most travelers. It is recommended for travelers who will be doing higher risk activities, such as visiting smaller cities, villages, or rural areas where a traveler might get infected through food or water. It is recommended for travelers who plan on eating street food.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to the Netherlands. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to the Netherlands.

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

Rabies

Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in the Netherlands.If rabies exposures occur while in the Netherlands, rabies vaccines are typically available throughout most of the country.Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.For more information, seecountry rabies status assessments.

Tick-borne Encephalitis

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Is December a Good Time to Visit Rotterdam?

👌Worthwhile timing with some trade-offs(64/100)

Short Answer

Bundle up for Rotterdam in December: temperatures hover around 7°C during the day and drop to 3°C at night. Just 31% rain probability but bring winter layers.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Very high humidity

87% average humidity

Cold sea - swimming challenging

7.7°C sea temperature - Polar Plunge

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Hantavirus, Parvovirus B19

Calm, family-friendly seas

0m wave height - Lake-like

Shoulder season - balanced conditions

46% of peak - good value with moderate crowds

Good For

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Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

🏖️
Beach lovers
Sea temperature only 7.7°C - too cold for comfortable swimming
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Elderly travelers
87% humidity creates difficult conditions
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Photographers
76% cloud cover limits natural light opportunities
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Honeymoon couples
Wedding score only 46/100 - better months available

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Rotterdam in December averages 7°C with 31% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Rotterdam in December

What are the temperatures in Rotterdam in December?

Daytime highs average 7°C, nights drop to 3°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Rotterdam in December?

Expect around 25 days with measurable rainfall. An umbrella is advisable.

What to wear in Rotterdam in December?

Warm winter clothing: insulated jacket, boots, gloves.

Is December peak season in Rotterdam?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Rotterdam Weather in December