Falmouth weather in December (Cornwall, United Kingdom)

Planning a trip to Falmouth in December? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In December, Falmouth generally has low temperatures and moderate rainfall. December falls within the winter season. Daytime temperatures hover around 12°C, while nights can cool down to about 7°C.

Falmouth in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 93 mm for the month. With this being the wettest month, keeping an umbrella on hand might save you from getting wet from a sudden shower. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 21 days of rain.

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 65 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Falmouth. July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Falmouth, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 7°C  

Max Temperature 12°C  

Chance of Rain 69%  

Precipitation 93 mm  

Rainy days 21 days  

Sunshine 65 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Newquay, the United Kingdom (29 KM, 18 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom 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 and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Falmouth in December?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

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

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

6/10

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