Durness Weather in December

Thinking of visiting Durness in December? Expect low temperatures reaching 9°C (48°F) during the day, dropping to 5°C (41°F) at night, and be prepared for the wettest month of the year.

Rainfall in Durness in December

With the year's heaviest rain occurring this month, it's best to be equipped with a poncho to handle the frequent downpours. The climate data from previous years indicates about 24 days of rain, averaging 163 mm (6.4 in) for the month. This is a wet month with frequent and often heavy showers. Both the number of rain days and the total rainfall are high.

Temperature in Durness in December

Daytime temperatures in Durness reach 9°C (48°F) in December, dropping to 5°C (41°F) at night. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. With overnight lows of 5°C (41°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Durness in December

This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 29 hours of sunshine, perfect for those who enjoy cooler temperatures.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Durness. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Durness Temperature in December

Min Temperature 5°C (41°F)  

Max Temperature 9°C (48°F)  

Chance of Rain 79%  

Precipitation 163 mm (6.4 in)  

Rainy days 24 days  

Sunshine 29 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 13% *  

* Data from: Strathy East, Scotland (42 KM, 26 Miles).

What to Wear in Durness in December

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Durness in December. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. Sunglasses aren't essential this month, though you might want them for the occasional bright moment.

What To Do in Durness in December

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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