Falkland Islands (Malvinas)

Falkland Islands (Malvinas) Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Falkland Islands (Malvinas) in December.

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Stanley Mount Pleasant

Planning a getaway to Falkland Islands (Malvinas) this December and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Falkland Islands (Malvinas) in December

December in Falkland Islands (Malvinas) generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 12°C (54°F) and nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) in Stanley.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Falkland Islands (Malvinas), check out the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Stanley with an average of 72 mm (2.8 in) to moderate rainfall in Mount Pleasant with 79 mm (3.1 in). It experiences its highest rainfall in this month of the year. Come prepared by bringing an umbrella.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Stanley enjoys about 198 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Falkland Islands (Malvinas) in December

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Falkland Islands (Malvinas)

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Falkland Islands (Malvinas)?

Temperature range in Falkland Islands (Malvinas) (December)

Precipitation variation in Falkland Islands (Malvinas) (December)

Stanley

In December Stanley generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
200 hours
198 hours
198 hours
Monthly rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Stanley →

Mount Pleasant

In December Mount Pleasant generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
200 hours
198 hours
198 hours
Monthly rainfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Mount Pleasant →

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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Falkland Islands (Malvinas) in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Stanley 12°C (54°F) 7°C (45°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Mount Pleasant 14°C (57°F) 6°C (43°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)

Falkland Islands (Malvinas) weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Falkland Islands (Malvinas) in December?

Expect unpleasant weather across Falkland Islands (Malvinas) in December. The popular destination of Stanley averages 12°C (54°F) by day and 7°C (45°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Falkland Islands (Malvinas) in December?

Daytime temperatures in Stanley peak at roughly 12°C (54°F) in December, dropping to about 7°C (45°F) overnight.

Does Falkland Islands (Malvinas) get a lot of rain in December?

Not particularly. Stanley averages just 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain in December, making it a mostly dry month for Falkland Islands (Malvinas).

Is December a Good Time to Visit Falkland Islands (Malvinas)?

In our opinion, December is one of the best times to visit Falkland Islands (Malvinas), but the weather is often unpleasant in Stanley.

On average, the best time to visit Falkland Islands (Malvinas) is in January, February, March, April, November and December with generally unpleasant weather in Stanley.

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