Alston weather in December (Cumbria, United Kingdom)

Can you expect sunny skies in Alston in December? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

The month of December in Alston typically brings low temperatures and high rainfall. December ushers in the winter season. Daytime temperatures are expected to be around 7°C, cooling off to about 1°C at night.

Precipitation

Alston in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 107 mm for the month. This month sees the most rain, so carrying an umbrella will ensure you stay dry. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 21 days of the month will see rainfall.

Average sunshine

This month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with about 53 hours of sunshine. It's great for those who appreciate cooler, less sunny days.

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

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

 

Alston, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 1°C  

Max Temperature 7°C  

Chance of Rain 70%  

Precipitation 107 mm  

Rainy days 21 days  

Sunshine 53 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Newcastle upon Tyne, the United Kingdom (55 KM, 34 Miles).

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

3/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

Interested in more climate information?

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