Cambridge weather in December (Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom)
How does the weather in Cambridge usually fare in December? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.
Temperatures
The typical weather for December in Cambridge includes low temperatures and moderate rainfall. The month of December belongs to the winter season. Anticipate daytime highs near 9°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around 3°C.
Precipitation
Cambridge in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 57 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 15 days of rain.Average sunshine
The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 51 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Cambridge. June, July, August and September typically offer 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 Cambridge climate page with graphs.
Cambridge, monthly averages in December
Min Temperature
3°C
Max Temperature
9°C
Chance of Rain
51%
Precipitation
57 mm
Rainy days
15 days
Sunshine
51 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Where to go in the United Kingdom in December
Find out more about the weather in the United Kingdom and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
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.
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