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Closeburn weather in December (Dumfries and Galloway, United Kingdom)

Is Closeburn a good destination in December, weather-wise? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

In December, Closeburn typically experiences low temperatures and high rainfall. During December, the winter season is in full swing. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 7°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 1°C.

Precipitation

Closeburn in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 132 mm for the month. Prepare for the wettest month with an umbrella to protect yourself from frequent rain. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 20 days with rain.

Average sunshine

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 39 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

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

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

 

Closeburn, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 1°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 7°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 66%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 132 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 20 days  
HumidityHumidity 90% *  
SunshineSunshine 39 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 16% *  
Data from: Eskdalemuir, the United Kingdom (35 KM, 22 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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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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