Glenelg Weather in December

Glenelg in December averages 7°C (45°F) during the day and 2°C (36°F) at night. December is part of the rainy season, and falls within the winter season, so frequent rainfall is typical.

Rainfall in Glenelg in December

As part of the rainy season, Glenelg sees around 25 days of rain in December, with an average of 229 mm (9 in). Rainfall this month is frequent and tends to be fairly heavy when it does fall. Packing waterproofs is a good idea.

Temperature in Glenelg in December

Temperatures in Glenelg in December top out at 7°C (45°F) and drop to 2°C (36°F) overnight. The winter season is characteristic of December. Expect a cold feel throughout the day, not just in the mornings and evenings. Warm layers are essential. At 2°C (36°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Glenelg in December

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 34 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 Glenelg. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Glenelg Temperature in December

Min Temperature 2°C (36°F)  

Max Temperature 7°C (45°F)  

Chance of Rain 84%  

Precipitation 229 mm (9 in)  

Rainy days 25 days  

Sunshine 34 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Portree, the United Kingdom (41 KM, 25 Miles).

What to Wear in Glenelg in December

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Glenelg 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. It's going to pour! Pack a good poncho and prepare for very wet conditions. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Glenelg 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

3/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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• January
• February
• March
• April

• May
• June
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• August

• September
• October
• November
• December

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

More climate data for Glenelg

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