Best Time to Run in Amsterdam in December

The verdict: Midday. Cold mornings warm into runnable midday hours — the windows around noon catch the warmest temperatures.

Amsterdam · December

Run in the midday.

Cold: average high 46°F, low 39°F. Layering becomes the workout. Humidity averages 88% — the limiting factor on most runs. Expect 19 rain days — plan around the radar. Cold mornings warm into runnable midday hours — the windows around noon catch the warmest temperatures.

Avg high / low
46° / 39°F
Humidity
88%
Rain days
19/mo
Wind
15 mph

What December feels like in Amsterdam

Sunrise

09:43

Mid-month average

Sunset

17:29

Mid-month average

Time-of-day breakdown

Morning

Coolest, driest air of the day. The window before sunrise is the most reliable comfortable hour.

Midday

Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.

Evening

Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.

What to wear running in Amsterdam in December

The kit for December in Amsterdam: a long-sleeve or light jacket for the first mile, a wind-blocking layer for exposed routes, a water-resistant cap or jacket on standby.

December vs the surrounding months

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best time of day to run in Amsterdam in December?+
Midday. Cold mornings warm into runnable midday hours — the windows around noon catch the warmest temperatures.
What's the average temperature in Amsterdam in December?+
Average high 46°F, average low 39°F.
How does December compare to surrounding months in Amsterdam?+
Compared to November (avg high 50°F), December is cooler. Compared to January (avg high 44°F), December is warmer.
Does it rain often in Amsterdam in December?+
Expect about 19 measurable rain days in December, on average.

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