Ambleside weather in December (Cumbria, United Kingdom)

How is the weather in Ambleside in December? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In December, Ambleside generally has low temperatures and high rainfall. December is a winter month. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 8°C. But by evening, they drop to around 2°C.

Ambleside in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 158 mm for the month. In this month, the heaviest downpours of the year are not uncommon. Carrying a poncho might be your best bet to stay dry. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 20 days of the month will see rainfall.

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 49 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Ambleside. May, July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Ambleside, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 2°C  

Max Temperature 8°C  

Chance of Rain 68%  

Precipitation 158 mm  

Rainy days 20 days  

Sunshine 49 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Blackpool, the United Kingdom (68 KM, 42 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in December

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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 Ambleside in December?

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 in December.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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