Chorley weather in December (Lancashire, United Kingdom)

What does the weather outlook for Chorley look like in December? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

In December, Chorley typically experiences low temperatures and high rainfall. Experience the winter season in December. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 9°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 3°C.

Precipitation

Chorley in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 119 mm for the month. This month sees the most rain, so carrying an umbrella will ensure you stay dry. Typically around 19 days days of rainfall are expected.

Average sunshine

This month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with about 53 hours of sunshine. It's great for those who appreciate cooler, less sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Chorley. June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Chorley, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 3°C  

Max Temperature 9°C  

Chance of Rain 65%  

Precipitation 119 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Sunshine 53 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Warrington, the United Kingdom (29 KM, 18 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

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