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Essex Weather in December

In Essex, December brings low daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), with nights cooling to -3°C (27°F). It is the wettest month of the year, so expect more snow/rainfall than usual.

Rainfall in Essex in December

Being the wettest month, having an umbrella on standby can help you avoid getting caught in the rain. Past climate data indicates that roughly 13 days will see snow/rain, totalling around 131 mm (5.2 in) for the month. Individual showers can be quite heavy this month. A proper umbrella or rain jacket is worth having.

Temperature in Essex in December

If you're visiting Essex in December, expect highs of 6°C (43°F) and overnight lows around -3°C (27°F). December is typically considered a winter month. It stays cool throughout the day, so warm layers are a good idea from morning to evening. With overnight lows of -3°C (27°F), temperatures fall below freezing at night. An extra thick blanket can make a real difference if your accommodation runs cold.

Sunshine in Essex in December

The city usually sees around 141 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Essex. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Essex Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -3°C (27°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 6°C (43°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 43%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 131 mm (5.2 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
HumidityHumidity 66% *  
SunshineSunshine 141 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 50% *  
* Data from: Boston, the United States of America (35 KM, 22 Miles).

Best Places in the United States of America in December

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of the United States of America in December →

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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 (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Essex in December

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Essex 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. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in Essex in December

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
4/10
Walking
4/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
4/10

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