Shetland weather in December (Scotland)
How does the weather in Shetland usually fare in December? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.
Temperatures
In December, the weather in Shetland generally includes low temperatures and high rainfall. Daytime temperatures are expected to be around 9°C, cooling off to about 6°C at night.
Precipitation
Shetland in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 131 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 27 days of rain.Average sunshine
The month has fewer sunny days, with around 18 hours hours of sunshine, suitable for those who prefer less sun.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Shetland. July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Shetland climate page with graphs.
Shetland, monthly averages in December
Min Temperature
6°C
Max Temperature
9°C
Chance of Rain
88%
Precipitation
131 mm
Rainy days
27 days
Sunshine
18 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Where to go in Scotland in December
Find out more about the weather in Scotland and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
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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