Dolwyddelan weather in December (Gwynedd, United Kingdom)

Is Dolwyddelan a good destination in December, weather-wise? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

The month of December in Dolwyddelan typically includes low temperatures and high rainfall. During December, the winter season is in full swing. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 8°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 3°C.

Precipitation

Dolwyddelan in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 137 mm for the month. This month is known for heavy rainfall, so don't forget your umbrella to stay dry. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 22 days of rain.

Average sunshine

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 26 hours of sun. It's 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 Dolwyddelan. May, June, July and August typically offer 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 Dolwyddelan climate page with graphs.

 

Dolwyddelan, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 3°C  

Max Temperature 8°C  

Chance of Rain 72%  

Precipitation 137 mm  

Rainy days 22 days  

Sunshine 26 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Bala, the United Kingdom (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.

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?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Dolwyddelan.

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