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Ashton under Lyne weather in December (Greater Manchester, United Kingdom)

How is the weather in Ashton under Lyne in December? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In December, Ashton under Lyne generally has low temperatures and high rainfall. December falls within the winter season. Daytime temperatures hover around 8°C, while nights can cool down to about 2°C.

Ashton under Lyne in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 100 mm for the month. With this being the wettest month, keeping an umbrella on hand might save you from getting wet from a sudden shower. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 20 days of rain are anticipated.

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 45 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Ashton under Lyne. July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Ashton under Lyne, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 2°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 8°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 67%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 100 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 20 days  
HumidityHumidity 87% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 14 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 45 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Manchester, the United Kingdom (18 KM, 11 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in December

Find out more about the weather in the United Kingdom in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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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 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 in December.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
4/10
Walking
4/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
4/10

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