Benson weather in December (Oxfordshire, United Kingdom)

How does the December weather in Benson compare to other months? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

December in Benson generally includes low temperatures and moderate rainfall. December marks the winter season. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 9°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 3°C.

Precipitation

Benson in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 63 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 16 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 56 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 Benson. June, July, August and September generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Benson, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 3°C  

Max Temperature 9°C  

Chance of Rain 53%  

Precipitation 63 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Sunshine 56 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Oxford, the United Kingdom (17 KM, 10 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in December

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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

4/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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