December 2025 in Overijssel: A Notably Dry and Sunny Month
December 2025 proved to be an exceptionally dry month across the province of Overijssel, with significantly less precipitation than typical for this time of year. The weather pattern brought a mix of cold spells and milder days, creating variable conditions throughout the month. Overall, the province experienced near-normal temperatures but well-below-average rainfall, while sunshine hours exceeded expectations considerably.
Temperature Overview
The average temperature for December in Overijssel reached 5.5 degrees Celsius, which is marginally below the normal value of 5.7 degrees Celsius, representing an anomaly of minus 0.2 degrees. The warmest day of the month occurred in Deventer on December 8th, when temperatures climbed to 13.1 degrees Celsius, providing a brief mild spell during the early part of the month. In contrast, the coldest conditions were recorded in Enschede on December 26th, with temperatures dropping to minus 6.2 degrees Celsius, marking the most severe cold of the period.
Precipitation Patterns
December was remarkably dry across Overijssel, with an average total precipitation of just 33.1 millimeters compared to the normal expectation of 83.1 millimeters. This represents a significant deficit of 60 percent below average. The wettest day occurred in Almelo on December 6th, when 13.8 millimeters of rain fell. Overall, Almelo recorded the highest total precipitation for the month at 41.3 millimeters, yet this still remained well below seasonal norms.
Sunshine and Notable Features
One of the most striking features of December 2025 was the abundance of sunshine. The province recorded 90.1 hours of sunshine, exceeding the normal value of 73.3 hours by 23 percent. This surplus of sunny conditions, combined with the dry weather pattern, created an unusually bright December for the region. The combination of below-average precipitation and above-average sunshine hours made this a notably different December compared to typical winter conditions in Overijssel.