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Alton weather in December (Staffordshire, United Kingdom)

Curious about the climate in Alton this December? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

In December, Alton usually has low temperatures and moderate rainfall. December is known for being in the winter season. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 8°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 2°C.

Precipitation

Alton in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 77 mm for the month. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 19 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 37 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Alton. 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 Alton climate page with graphs.

 

Alton, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 2°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 8°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 63%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 77 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 19 days  
SunshineSunshine 37 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Wolverhampton, the United Kingdom (46 KM, 28 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.

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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

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