Bassenthwaite Lake weather in December (Cumbria, United Kingdom)

What kind of weather does December bring to Bassenthwaite Lake? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

In December, Bassenthwaite Lake tends to experience low temperatures and high rainfall. December ushers in the winter season. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 8°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 3°C.

Precipitation

Bassenthwaite Lake in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 142 mm for the month. With this being the rainiest month, having an umbrella is essential to avoid unexpected rain. Historically, the month has about 20 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 39 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 Bassenthwaite Lake. May, June, July and August generally stand out with 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 Bassenthwaite Lake climate page with graphs.

 

Bassenthwaite Lake, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 3°C  

Max Temperature 8°C  

Chance of Rain 66%  

Precipitation 142 mm  

Rainy days 20 days  

Humidity 90% *  

Sunshine 39 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 16% *  

* Data from: Eskdalemuir, the United Kingdom (72 KM, 44 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

3/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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