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Brighton & Hove weather in December (East Sussex, United Kingdom)

How is the weather in Brighton & Hove in December? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In December, Brighton & Hove generally has low temperatures and high rainfall. December is a winter month. Daytime temperatures hover around 10°C, while nights can cool down to about 6°C.

Brighton & Hove in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 106 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 17 days of the month will see rainfall.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Brighton & Hove. July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Brighton & Hove, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 6°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 10°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 12°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 55%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 106 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  

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 Brighton & Hove in December?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. With a water temperature of around 12°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Barbeque
2/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
5/10

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