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

What's the typical weather in Ashton under Lyne for December? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

The month of December in Ashton under Lyne typically brings low temperatures and high rainfall. December marks the winter season. Daytime temperatures hover around 8°C, while nights can cool down to about 2°C.

Precipitation

Ashton under Lyne in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 100 mm for the month. Being the wettest month, having an umbrella on standby can help you avoid getting caught in the rain. Climate data suggests that about 20 days will experience rainfall.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 45 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

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 Temperature 2°C  

Max Temperature 8°C  

Chance of Rain 67%  

Precipitation 100 mm  

Rainy days 20 days  

Humidity 87% *  

Windspeed 14 km/h *  

Sunshine 45 hours *  

Percentage 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 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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