Colchester Weather in December

Colchester in December sees low daytime temperatures of 9°C (48°F) and nighttime lows of 4°C (39°F). Rainfall is fairly high this month at around 65 mm (2.6 in), so pack a rain jacket to stay dry.

Rainfall in Colchester in December

Past climate data indicates that roughly 15 days will see rain, totalling around 65 mm (2.6 in) 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 Colchester in December

Colchester in December gets highs of 9°C (48°F) during the day and drops to 4°C (39°F) at night. December is part of winter. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. Nights drop to 4°C (39°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Colchester in December

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 49 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Colchester. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Colchester Temperature in December

Min Temperature 4°C (39°F)  

Max Temperature 9°C (48°F)  

Chance of Rain 51%  

Precipitation 65 mm (2.6 in)  

Rainy days 15 days  

Sunshine 49 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Chelmsford, the United Kingdom (34 KM, 21 Miles).

What to Wear in Colchester in December

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Colchester in December. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Colchester in December

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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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit the United Kingdom, check out our Colchester's climate page.

More climate data for Colchester

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