Gourock weather in December (Strathclyde, United Kingdom)

What is the weather forecast for Gourock in December? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

In December, Gourock typically experiences low temperatures and heavy rainfall. December ushers in the winter season. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 8°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 2°C.

Precipitation

Gourock in December usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 173 mm for the month. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 22 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 37 hours of sunshine, perfect for those who enjoy cooler temperatures.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Gourock. July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Gourock climate page with graphs.

 

Gourock, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 2°C  

Max Temperature 8°C  

Chance of Rain 74%  

Precipitation 173 mm  

Rainy days 22 days  

Humidity 87% *  

Sunshine 37 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 12% *  

* Data from: Glasgow, Scotland (26 KM, 16 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.

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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

3/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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