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Essington Weather in December

Essington in December sees low temperatures, with highs around 9°C (48°F) and overnight lows of 1°C (34°F). Rainfall is fairly high at around 120 mm (4.7 in) on average, so pack waterproofs just in case.

Rainfall in Essington in December

Typically, you can expect about 12 days of rain this month, with 120 mm (4.7 in) on average. The rain this month tends to fall in heavier spells rather than light drizzle. When it rains, showers can be significant.

Temperature in Essington in December

Daytime highs in Essington in December reach 9°C (48°F), with nights around 1°C (34°F). December is known for being in the winter season. Temperatures remain on the cold side all day. A proper warm jacket is worth having, not just for evenings. With lows around 1°C (34°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Essington in December

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 140 hours of sunshine. This provides a nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

Average water temperature in December

With water temperatures around 9°C (48°F), swimming isn't really an option for most visitors. The cold sets in quickly and a wetsuit won't fully solve it.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. May typically offers the best weather for Essington.

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Essington Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 1°C (34°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 9°C (48°F)  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 9°C (48°F) *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 39%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 120 mm (4.7 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 67% *  
SunshineSunshine 140 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 48% *  
* Data from: Philadelphia, the United States of America (15 KM, 9 Miles).

Best Places in 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 Essington in December

Cold weather calls for smart layering in December. A thermal base layer makes a huge difference in staying warm. Add a wool sweater or fleece, then a wind-resistant outer jacket. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. With water temperatures around 9°C (48°F), the water is quite cold for swimming. You can skip the swimwear unless you're particularly tough. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.

What To Do in Essington 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
3/10
Outdoor sports
4/10

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