Galashiels weather in December (Borders, United Kingdom)

What is the weather forecast for Galashiels in December? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.

Temperatures

The month of December in Galashiels typically brings low temperatures and moderate rainfall. During December, you’ll experience the winter season. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 7°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 1°C.

Precipitation

Galashiels in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 85 mm for the month. Expect around 19 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 39 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Galashiels. 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 Galashiels climate page with graphs.

 

Galashiels, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 1°C  

Max Temperature 7°C  

Chance of Rain 63%  

Precipitation 85 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Humidity 90% *  

Sunshine 39 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 16% *  

Data from: Eskdalemuir, the United Kingdom (41 KM, 25 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

4/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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