Coniston weather in December (Cumbria, United Kingdom)

Interested in knowing the climate of Coniston in December? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

During December, Coniston usually has low temperatures and heavy rainfall. The winter season takes place during December. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 8°C, while the nights will see a decline to about 3°C.

Precipitation

Coniston in December usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 169 mm for the month. Known for its peak rainfall, this month often has intense showers. It's wise to carry a poncho to protect yourself from the rain. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 20 days of rain.

Average sunshine

This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 49 hours of sunshine, perfect for those who enjoy cooler temperatures.

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

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

 

Coniston, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 3°C  

Max Temperature 8°C  

Chance of Rain 68%  

Precipitation 169 mm  

Rainy days 20 days  

Sunshine 49 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Blackpool, the United Kingdom (61 KM, 38 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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