Lerwick weather in December (United Kingdom)
How is the weather in Lerwick in December? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.
Temperatures
In December, Lerwick generally has low temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 9°C. But by evening, they drop to around 6°C.
Precipitation
Lerwick in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 125 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 27 days.Average sunshine
The city usually sees around 18 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Lerwick. July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Lerwick climate page with graphs.
Lerwick, monthly averages in December
Where to go in the United Kingdom in December
Find out more about the weather in the United Kingdom and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
So, what should you wear in this month?
Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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