Glenfinnan Weather in December

During December, Glenfinnan experiences low daytime temperatures of 7°C (45°F) and cooler nights around 2°C (36°F). December sits within the rainy season, and part of the winter season, so expect regular and often heavy rainfall.

Rainfall in Glenfinnan in December

As part of the rainy season, Glenfinnan sees around 25 days of rain in December, with an average of 227 mm (8.9 in). Rainy season showers tend to be fairly substantial. A good rain jacket or umbrella is worth having with you most days.

Temperature in Glenfinnan in December

Temperatures in Glenfinnan in December top out at 7°C (45°F) and drop to 2°C (36°F) overnight. December is a notable month of the winter season. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. With lows around 2°C (36°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Glenfinnan in December

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 31 hours of sunshine.

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

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Glenfinnan Temperature in December

Min Temperature 2°C (36°F)  

Max Temperature 7°C (45°F)  

Chance of Rain 83%  

Precipitation 227 mm (8.9 in)  

Rainy days 25 days  

Sunshine 31 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Oban, Scotland (50 KM, 31 Miles).

What to Wear in Glenfinnan in December

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Glenfinnan 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 Glenfinnan 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
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• September
• October
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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit the United Kingdom, check out our Glenfinnan's climate page.

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