Temperature in Scotland in December

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities across Scotland this December.

Scotland, experiences low average maximum daytime temperatures in December, ranging from 7°C (45°F) in Inverinate to 10°C (50°F) in Bowmore. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 6°C (43°F) in Bowmore and 1°C (34°F) in Inverinate. December is a winter month.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Scotland in December?

Find the average daytime temperatures in December for the most popular destinations in Scotland on the map below. Click on a destination dot for more detailed information.

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Best Places to Visit in Scotland in December

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in December: blue is cold, red is hot.

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Scotland temperatures in December: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Scotland in December?

Daytime temperatures in Edinburgh typically peak at 8°C (46°F) in December, putting it in the low range.

How cold does it get at night in Scotland in December?

Nighttime temperatures in Edinburgh typically drop to around 2°C (36°F) in December.

What is the warmest city in December in Scotland?

Bowmore tops the warmest city list in our database with average maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and a minimum nighttime temperature of around 6°C (43°F).

What is the coldest city in December in Scotland?

Our database indicates that in December, Inverinate is the city with the coolest temperatures in Scotland. You can expect daytime highs of 7°C (45°F) and nighttime lows close to 1°C (34°F).

How much sun does Scotland get in December?

Most areas see fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 48 hours of sunshine in Edinburgh. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

What is the water temperature in December?

The water temperature averages approximately 9°C (48°F) in Aberdeen this month, generally too cold for comfortable swimming.

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