Manchester weather in December (Greater Manchester, United Kingdom)

What is the weather forecast for Manchester in December? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

In December, Manchester tends to experience low temperatures and moderate rainfall. Experience the winter season in December. Daytime temperatures are expected to be around 8°C, cooling off to about 2°C at night.

Precipitation

Manchester in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 97 mm for the month. This month is known for heavy rainfall, so don't forget your umbrella to stay dry. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 19 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 45 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Manchester. July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Manchester climate page with graphs.

 

Manchester, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 2°C  

Max Temperature 8°C  

Chance of Rain 63%  

Precipitation 97 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Humidity 87%  

Windspeed 14 km/h  

Sunshine 45 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

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.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a 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.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

Interested in more climate information?

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