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Great Torrington Weather in December

Great Torrington in December sees low temperatures, with highs around 10°C (50°F) and overnight lows of 5°C (41°F). Rainfall is at its peak this month, around 108 mm (4.3 in) on average, so waterproofs are essential.

Rainfall in Great Torrington in December

Given that this is the rainiest month, it's wise to carry an umbrella to stay dry during unexpected showers. Typically around 21 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 108 mm (4.3 in) for the month. Wet weather is a regular and significant part of this month. Frequent days of rain combined with high totals means proper waterproofs are worth packing.

Temperature in Great Torrington in December

In December, Great Torrington gets low temperatures, with highs of 10°C (50°F). Nights cool to around 5°C (41°F). December is part of the winter season. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. Nights drop to 5°C (41°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Great Torrington in December

The city usually sees around 53 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

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

Great Torrington Temperature in December

Min Temperature
5°C (41°F)
Max Temperature
10°C (50°F)
Chance of Rain
69%
Precipitation
108 mm (4.3 in)
Rainy days
21 days
Sunshine
53 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Exeter, the United Kingdom (50 KM, 31 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 Torrington in December

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Great Torrington 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. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Great Torrington 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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