Amsterdam vs Barcelona

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Barcelona edges ahead as the better destination in December. Barcelona offers 7 hours of daily sunshine with only 6 rain days, while Amsterdam sees 3 sunshine hours and 13 rain days.

Amsterdam is on the cooler side at 6°C, requiring warmer clothing. Barcelona is cooler at 13°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Barcelona is the stronger choice in December. Barcelona receives 4 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Amsterdam reaches an average high of 6°C (43°F) and drops to 3°C (37°F) at night during December. The daily temperature range is 3°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

Barcelona averages 13°C (55°F) for the high and 6°C (43°F) for the low, with a daily range of 7°C. There is a notable 7°C gap between the two cities, so expect a very different feel.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in December.

Amsterdam receives approximately 71 mm of rainfall across 13 rain days during December. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Barcelona sees 42 mm over 6 rain days. That makes Barcelona the drier option by 7 rain days and 29 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.