Brighton Weather in December

In Brighton, December brings high daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), with nights cooling to 14°C (57°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall this month.

Rainfall in Brighton in December

This month experiences about 9 days of rain according to historical data, averaging 67 mm (2.6 in). The rain this month tends to fall in heavier spells rather than light drizzle. When it rains, showers can be significant.

Temperature in Brighton in December

The perfect temperature in Brighton in December makes it a solid month to visit, with 23°C (73°F) during the day and 14°C (57°F) at night. This gives the month a fairly typical daily rhythm, with warmer afternoons and more comfortable nights. At 14°C (57°F) overnight, it can feel quite a bit cooler after dark. Worth packing something warmer for evenings, but the cooler temperatures are ideal for sleeping.

Sunshine in Brighton in December

There are approximately 265 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

Wind Speed in Brighton in December

Wind speeds average 3 m/s (6 knots) during December. At this speed, light breezes keep leaves and small twigs in gentle motion while the wind also provides natural cooling. Since this is an average, some days are more tranquil while others have more persistent light winds that are more noticeable.

Average water temperature in December

At 16°C (61°F), the water is cool but manageable for those who don't mind a bit of a shock getting in. Most people adjust after a few minutes.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, December is one of the best months to visit Brighton.

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Brighton Temperature in December

Min Temperature 14°C (57°F)  

Max Temperature 23°C (73°F)  

Water Temperature 16°C (61°F) *  

Chance of Rain 30%  

Precipitation 67 mm (2.6 in)  

Rainy days 9 days  

Humidity 45% *  

Windspeed 3 m/s (6 knots) *  

Sunshine 265 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 58% *  

* Data from: Melbourne, Australia (11 KM, 7 Miles).

What to Wear in Brighton in December

Pleasant temperatures in December mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. With water temperatures around 16°C (61°F), the water is quite cold for swimming. You can skip the swimwear unless you're particularly tough. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Brighton in December

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

Cycling

10/10

Walking

10/10

Barbeque

8/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

10/10

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More climate data for Brighton

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