Cartmel weather in December (Cumbria, United Kingdom)

Thinking of visiting Cartmel in December? Check the weather first! Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

In December, the weather in Cartmel generally includes low temperatures and heavy rainfall. December marks the winter season. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 8°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler 4°C.

Precipitation

Cartmel in December usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 172 mm for the month. This month is known for its intense rain, often falling heavily. Having a poncho will help you stay dry during the showers. Historically, the month has about 19 days of rain.

Average sunshine

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 49 hours of sun. It's ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Cartmel. May, July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Cartmel, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 4°C  

Max Temperature 8°C  

Chance of Rain 65%  

Precipitation 172 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Sunshine 49 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Blackpool, the United Kingdom (43 KM, 26 Miles).

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.

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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 and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

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.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

Interested in more climate information?

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