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The United Kingdom temperatures in December

December in the United Kingdom has maximum daytime temperatures ranging from low in Inverey with 5°C to moderate temperatures in Hugh Town with 13°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 9°C in Hugh Town and -1°C in Inverey. December falls during the winter season.

What is the temperature of the different cities in the United Kingdom in December?

Explore the map below to discover average December temperatures at the top destinations in the United Kingdom. For a deeper dive, simply click on any destination dot.

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Legend very warm warm pleasant moderate cold very cold
Very warm means maximum temperatures above 30°C. Warm: 22°C to 30°C. Pleasant: 18°C to 22°C Moderate: 12°C to 18°C. Cold: 2°C to 12°C. Very cold: lower than 2°C

  • What is the warmest city in December in the United Kingdom?
    • Based on our systematic data collection, Hugh Town has been identified as the city with the highest average temperatures. The daytime temperature usually hovers around 13°C, while at night is goes down to an approximate temperature of 9°C."

  • What is the coldest city in December in the United Kingdom?
    • For the month of December, Inverey is the most temperate city in the United Kingdom based on our records. With highs averaging 5°C and nighttime temperatures dipping to around -1°C.

  • How much sun does the United Kingdom get in December?
    • London experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 54 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days

  • What is the water's temperature in December?
    • The water temperature averages approximately 12°C in Brighton & Hove this month, so not the best month to swim.

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