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Great Dunmow Weather in December

With daytime temperatures of 9°C (48°F) and nighttime lows of 3°C (37°F), December in Great Dunmow brings low temperatures during the day. Some rainfall is to be expected during the month.

Rainfall in Great Dunmow in December

Historically, the month has about 16 days of rain, averaging 58 mm (2.3 in) in total. Rain falls on many days this month, but usually in relatively small amounts. A light waterproof is more useful than a heavy umbrella.

Temperature in Great Dunmow in December

Temperatures in Great Dunmow in December top out at 9°C (48°F) and drop to 3°C (37°F) overnight. Experience the winter season in December. It stays cool throughout the day, so warm layers are a good idea from morning to evening. Nights fall to 3°C (37°F), which is cold enough to feel it indoors too. A good thick duvet makes all the difference for a comfortable night's sleep.

Sunshine in Great Dunmow in December

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 49 hours of sunshine.

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

Great Dunmow Temperature in December

Min Temperature
3°C (37°F)
Max Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Chance of Rain
53%
Precipitation
58 mm (2.3 in)
Rainy days
16 days
Sunshine
49 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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* Data from: Chelmsford, the United Kingdom (17 KM, 10 Miles).

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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 Great Dunmow in December

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Great Dunmow 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. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Great Dunmow 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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