Castleton weather in December (Derbyshire, United Kingdom)

What does the weather outlook for Castleton look like in December? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

In December, Castleton typically experiences low temperatures and moderate rainfall. The winter season is characteristic of December. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 7°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 2°C.

Precipitation

Castleton in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 92 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 21 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 47 hours hours of sunshine, suitable for those who prefer less sun.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Castleton. July and August typically offer 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 Castleton climate page with graphs.

 

Castleton, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 2°C  

Max Temperature 7°C  

Chance of Rain 68%  

Precipitation 92 mm  

Rainy days 21 days  

Sunshine 47 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Sheffield, the United Kingdom (20 KM, 12 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

4/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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