Eskdale weather in December (Cumbria, United Kingdom)

Curious about the climate in Eskdale this December? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

In December, Eskdale tends to experience low temperatures and heavy rainfall. December is part of the winter season. Expect temperatures to climb to 8°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to 4°C.

Precipitation

Eskdale in December usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 170 mm for the month. With peak rainfall occurring this month, heavy downpours are common. It's advisable to have a poncho on hand to manage the rain. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 20 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 49 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 Eskdale. May, July and August generally stand out with 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 Eskdale climate page with graphs.

 

Eskdale, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 4°C  

Max Temperature 8°C  

Chance of Rain 68%  

Precipitation 170 mm  

Rainy days 20 days  

Sunshine 49 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Blackpool, the United Kingdom (65 KM, 40 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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