Cockenzie weather in December (Lothian, United Kingdom)

What is the weather forecast for Cockenzie in December? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

Typically, December in Cockenzie includes low temperatures and moderate rainfall. December is a notable month of the winter season. The temperature during the day can rise to approximately 8°C. At night, it falls to around 3°C.

Precipitation

Cockenzie in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 88 mm for the month. Typically around 17 days days of rainfall are expected.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 48 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 Cockenzie. July and August generally stand out with 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 Cockenzie climate page with graphs.

 

Cockenzie, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 3°C  

Max Temperature 8°C  

Water Temperature 8°C *  

Chance of Rain 57%  

Precipitation 88 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Humidity 84% *  

Windspeed 18 km/h *  

Sunshine 48 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 19% *  

* Data from: Edinburgh, Scotland (24 KM, 15 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. 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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