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Barnstaple weather in December (Devon, United Kingdom)

Curious about the climate in Barnstaple this December? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

The month of December in Barnstaple typically includes low temperatures and high rainfall. December is typically considered a winter month. Daytime temperatures hover around 10°C, while nights can cool down to about 5°C.

Precipitation

Barnstaple in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 116 mm for the month. This month sees the most rain, so carrying an umbrella will ensure you stay dry. Historically, approximately 21 days this month are expected to have rain.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 53 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Barnstaple. August typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Barnstaple, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 5°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 10°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 69%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 116 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 21 days  
SunshineSunshine 53 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Exeter, the United Kingdom (54 KM, 33 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?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
5/10

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