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Bolton Weather in December

December in Bolton averages 2°C (36°F) during the day and -6°C (21°F) at night. Quite a bit of snow/rainfall is typical this month, with around 66 mm (2.6 in) on average. An umbrella is a good idea.

Rainfall in Bolton in December

Snow/rain is expected on roughly 12 days, totalling around 66 mm (2.6 in) for the month. Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.

Temperature in Bolton in December

December in Bolton brings typical temperatures with highs around 2°C (36°F) and lows of -6°C (21°F). The month of December belongs to the winter season. Cold conditions tend to persist from morning through evening, so be prepared for winter weather. With lows of -6°C (21°F), nights are freezing. Packing a spare blanket is worth considering if you're staying somewhere that might not be fully heated. Prepare for a very cold month by layering your clothing. It's always better to be prepared for the cold than to face it unprotected.

Sunshine in Bolton in December

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 88 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 Bolton. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Bolton Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -6°C (21°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 2°C (36°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 40%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 66 mm (2.6 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 72% *  
SunshineSunshine 88 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 31% *  
* Data from: Mississauga, Canada (33 KM, 20 Miles).

Best Places in Canada 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 (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 Bolton in December

Cold weather calls for smart layering in December. A thermal base layer makes a huge difference in staying warm. Add a wool sweater or fleece, then a wind-resistant outer jacket. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Bolton in December

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

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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