Blackpool weather in December (Lancashire, United Kingdom)

Looking to travel to Blackpool in December? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In December, Blackpool generally has low temperatures and high rainfall. December falls within the winter season. Daytime temperatures hover around 9°C, while nights can cool down to about 5°C.

Blackpool in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 154 mm for the month. It records the year's peak rainfall, often coming down quite heavily. We recommend bringing a poncho, which will keep you dry. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 19 days of rain are anticipated.

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 49 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Blackpool. May, June, July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, 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 Blackpool climate page with graphs.

 

Blackpool, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 5°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 9°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 62%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 154 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 19 days  
SunshineSunshine 49 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in the United Kingdom in December

Find out more about the weather in the United Kingdom in December and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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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 Blackpool in December?

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 in December.

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

Interested in more climate information?

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