Crosthwaite weather in December (Cumbria, United Kingdom)

Can you expect sunny skies in Crosthwaite in December? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

In December, Crosthwaite typically experiences low temperatures and high rainfall. December ushers in the winter season. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 8°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately 2°C.

Precipitation

Crosthwaite in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 159 mm for the month. Expect the heaviest rain of the year this month, often arriving in intense bursts. A poncho is essential for keeping dry. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 20 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

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're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Crosthwaite. May, July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Crosthwaite, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 2°C  

Max Temperature 8°C  

Chance of Rain 65%  

Precipitation 159 mm  

Rainy days 20 days  

Sunshine 49 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Blackpool, the United Kingdom (56 KM, 35 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.

Weather conditions Weather

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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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