What December feels like in The Hague
Early winter arrives in The Hague with December. Midday brings little warmth — expect coat-and-scarf weather from morning to evening. There is little difference between day and night: nights are cold, and evenings feel much like the afternoon. Damp air makes the cold feel rawer than the numbers alone suggest.
Rain in The Hague in December
Dry days are the exception, with rain on about every other day. Wet days average about 5.3 mm (0.2 in), enough to soak you without an umbrella. The yearly figure is similar, around 5.5 mm per wet day.
Daylight and sunshine in December
Mid-month, The Hague gets 7 h 47 min of daylight, from sunrise near 8:44 am to sunset near 4:31 pm. Evenings are drawing in — 1 h 5 min less daylight than mid-November. About 44% of daylight hours are sunny; in short, sun and cloud share the day.
How December compares to the rest of the year
Ranked by average high, December comes out as the 3rd coolest month in The Hague. Afternoons run 3°C (5.4°F) cooler than in November, with 2 mm less rain. Temperatures keep falling into January. January averages a high of 6.4°C (43.5°F).
Who December suits
- Sightseeing: less ideal — it is cold for long walks.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — too cool to sit outside for long.
- Beach: less ideal — the sea air is too cool.
Tips for visiting The Hague in December
Rain Protection
Keep a small umbrella in your bag and wear shoes that cope with puddles.
Warm Layers
Insulated layers and warm shoes for the cold hours.
Quick questions
How warm is The Hague in December?
Afternoons average 7.4°C (45.3°F) and nights about 3.9°C (39°F) — cold by most people's standards. It is the 3rd coolest month of the year.
Does it rain a lot in The Hague in December?
Yes, fairly — rain falls about every other day and totals about 80 mm, so an umbrella is worth carrying.
What should I wear in The Hague in December?
Pack rain protection and warm layers. Evenings feel similar to the day, so the same clothes work from morning to night.
Is December or January better for visiting The Hague?
On our 12-month climate ranking, January comes out ahead (#10 of 12 vs #11). January is cooler and has fewer rainy days.