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Burton upon Trent weather in December (Derbyshire, United Kingdom)

Curious about the December weather in Burton upon Trent? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In December, Burton upon Trent generally has low temperatures and moderate rainfall. December is a winter month. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 8°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 3°C.

Burton upon Trent in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 69 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.

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 55 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 Burton upon Trent. June, July and August 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 Burton upon Trent climate page with graphs.

 

Burton upon Trent, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 3°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 8°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 58%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 69 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 90% *  
SunshineSunshine 55 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Nottingham, the United Kingdom (35 KM, 22 Miles).

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 Burton upon Trent 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
4/10
Outdoor sports
4/10

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