Castleton weather in December (North Yorkshire, United Kingdom)

What is the weather forecast for Castleton in December? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.

Temperatures

During December, Castleton usually has low temperatures and moderate rainfall. December marks the winter season. Expect temperatures to climb to 8°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to 3°C.

Precipitation

Castleton in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 76 mm for the month. Climate data suggests that about 20 days will experience rainfall.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 52 hours hours of sunshine. 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 Castleton. July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Castleton, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 3°C  

Max Temperature 8°C  

Water Temperature 8°C *  

Chance of Rain 66%  

Precipitation 76 mm  

Rainy days 20 days  

Sunshine 52 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 16% *  

* Data from: Scarborough, the United Kingdom (20 KM, 12 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in December

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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. With a water temperature of around 8°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

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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