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Ganton Weather in December

During December, Ganton experiences low daytime temperatures of 8°C (46°F) and cooler nights around 3°C (37°F). As part of the winter season, expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 73 mm (2.9 in) is typical.

Rainfall in Ganton in December

This month experiences about 21 days of rain according to historical data, averaging 73 mm (2.9 in). Rain is frequent but mostly light this month, with brief showers more common than heavy downpours.

Temperature in Ganton in December

If you're visiting Ganton in December, expect highs of 8°C (46°F) and overnight lows around 3°C (37°F). During December, the winter season is in full swing. Temperatures remain on the cold side all day. A proper warm jacket is worth having, not just for evenings. With lows around 3°C (37°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Ganton in December

This month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with about 52 hours of sunshine. It's great for those who appreciate cooler, less sunny days.

Average water temperature in December

At 8°C (46°F), the water is very cold. Most people find it too uncomfortable for anything beyond a brief wade.

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

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Ganton Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 3°C (37°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 8°C (46°F)  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 8°C (46°F) *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 68%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 73 mm (2.9 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 21 days  
SunshineSunshine 52 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 16% *  
* Data from: Scarborough, the United Kingdom (23 KM, 14 Miles).

Best Places 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 (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 Ganton in December

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Ganton in December. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. Expect water temperatures of around 8°C (46°F), which is definitely too cold for comfortable swimming. Your luggage space is better used for other items. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Ganton 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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