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The weather in December in United Kingdom
It's cold in December in United Kingdom with an average temperature of 7°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 5°C to a high of 9°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -1°C and 5°C.
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Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in December for United Kingdom. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 13°C in 2015, United Kingdom reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -3°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -11°C to a highest value of 11°C.
Precipitation and snowfall
In December, there is an average of 202 mm of precipitation, spread over 23 days. Of the total precipitation, about 4,4 cm falls as snow in December. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in December for United Kingdom
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in United Kingdom. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
December weather comparison
| United Kingdom | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 7°C | 9°C |
| Max. temperature | 9°C | 12°C |
| Min. temperature | -1°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 202 mm | 133 mm |
| Rainy days | 23 days | 17 days |
| Total snowfall | 4,4 cm | 9,7 cm |
| Snowy days | 2 days | 3 days |
Start of December
The month of December starts in United Kingdom with cold temps, averaging around 7°C during the day and nights around 1°C.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps stay steady at around 7°C, with nights around 3°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in United Kingdom is around 7°C, while nighttime temps are about 3°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 1 this month. That's a low value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. The risk of sunburn is minimal at this time.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in December in United Kingdom. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in December in United Kingdom
Temperature in December in United Kingdom over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in December in United Kingdom. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in December in United Kingdom
Total precipitation in December in United Kingdom over the years
Daily Snowfall in December in United Kingdom
Snowfall in December in United Kingdom per year
Daily UV index in December in United Kingdom
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in United Kingdom, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Weather experiences in December in United Kingdom
The weather in December in United Kingdom is rated 2 out of 5 stars by 1 visitor. Have you been to United Kingdom? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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The temperature was often below zero. Although the snow was beautiful, it made the roads unsafe. However, this does not diminish the festive atmosphere of the holidays.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in United Kingdom by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for United Kingdom. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.