Dorchester weather in December (Dorset, United Kingdom)

Will it be rainy or sunny in Dorchester this December? Want to know if it's a good time to visit? This page has all the weather details for the month.

Temperatures

During December, Dorchester usually has low temperatures and moderate rainfall. The winter season is characteristic of December. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 10°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately 5°C.

Precipitation

Dorchester in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 84 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 18 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 55 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 Dorchester. July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Dorchester, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 5°C  

Max Temperature 10°C  

Chance of Rain 58%  

Precipitation 84 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Sunshine 55 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Salisbury, the United Kingdom (59 KM, 37 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

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

6/10

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