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Basingstoke Weather in December

During December, Basingstoke experiences low daytime temperatures of 9°C (48°F) and cooler nights around 3°C (37°F). As part of the winter season, expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 69 mm (2.7 in) is typical.

Rainfall in Basingstoke in December

Rain is expected on roughly 17 days, totalling around 69 mm (2.7 in) for the month. This is a month with many wet days but modest rainfall totals, so showers are generally light and easy to manage.

Temperature in Basingstoke in December

Expect highs of 9°C (48°F) in Basingstoke in December, with nights dropping to around 3°C (37°F). Winter occurs in December. The days stay cool from start to finish. Layering up well will make outdoor time much more comfortable. With lows around 3°C (37°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Basingstoke in December

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 54 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Basingstoke. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Basingstoke Temperature in December

Min Temperature
3°C (37°F)
Max Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Chance of Rain
57%
Precipitation
69 mm (2.7 in)
Rainy days
17 days
Humidity
91% *
Sunshine
54 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
16% *
* Data from: Southampton, the United Kingdom (45 KM, 28 Miles).

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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).

What to Wear in Basingstoke in December

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Basingstoke in December. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Basingstoke in December

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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