Cheltenham Weather in December
December in Cheltenham sees daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and lows of 3°C (37°F) at night.
With around 69 mm (2.7 in) of rainfall expected, it's worth packing a rain jacket.
Rainfall in Cheltenham in December
Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around
18 days of rain, with
69 mm (2.7 in) average for the month.
This is a month with many wet days but modest rainfall totals, so showers are generally light and easy to manage.
Temperature in Cheltenham in December
If you're visiting Cheltenham in December, expect highs of
9°C (48°F) and overnight lows around
3°C (37°F).
Winter occurs in December.
Cold conditions persist throughout the day, so warm clothing is important from the moment you head outside.
Nights drop to
3°C (37°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.
Sunshine in Cheltenham in December
The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly
49 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.
If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Cheltenham. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
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Avg daytime high
-5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot
Monthly precipitation
0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in December: blue is cold, red is hot.
Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in December: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.