Dornoch weather in December (Highlands, United Kingdom)

What's the typical weather in Dornoch for December? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

Typically, December in Dornoch includes low temperatures and moderate rainfall. December marks the winter season. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 8°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 2°C. The month is typically the coldest, so be sure to prepare by packing plenty of warm clothing.

Precipitation

Dornoch in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 73 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 20 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

This month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with about 27 hours of sunshine. It's great for those who appreciate cooler, less sunny days.

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

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

 

Dornoch, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 2°C  

Max Temperature 8°C  

Chance of Rain 68%  

Precipitation 73 mm  

Rainy days 20 days  

Sunshine 27 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Inverness, the United Kingdom (46 KM, 28 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

4/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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