Fraserburgh Weather in December

December in Fraserburgh brings low temperatures, with daytime highs of 9°C (48°F) and nights around 5°C (41°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 97 mm (3.8 in), so pack an umbrella.

Rainfall in Fraserburgh in December

Typically around 20 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 97 mm (3.8 in) for the month. With rain spread across many days but low totals, showers are typically short and light rather than heavy.

Temperature in Fraserburgh in December

Temperatures in Fraserburgh in December top out at 9°C (48°F) and drop to 5°C (41°F) overnight. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. At 5°C (41°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Fraserburgh in December

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 48 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

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

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Fraserburgh Temperature in December

Min Temperature 5°C (41°F)  

Max Temperature 9°C (48°F)  

Chance of Rain 68%  

Precipitation 97 mm (3.8 in)  

Rainy days 20 days  

Humidity 83% *  

Sunshine 48 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 22% *  

* Data from: Aberdeen, Scotland (55 KM, 34 Miles).

What to Wear in Fraserburgh in December

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Fraserburgh 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. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Fraserburgh 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

4/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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• January
• February
• March
• April

• May
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• August

• September
• October
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• December

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit the United Kingdom, check out our Fraserburgh's climate page.

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