Great Yarmouth Weather in December
Great Yarmouth in December averages 9°C (48°F) during the day and 5°C (41°F) at night. Keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is expected this month.
Rainfall in Great Yarmouth in December
Historically, approximately 18 days this month are expected to have rain, averaging 78 mm (3.1 in). Expect plenty of grey, overcast days rather than intense storms. The rain rarely amounts to much on any given day.
Temperature in Great Yarmouth in December
Daytime temperatures in Great Yarmouth reach 9°C (48°F) in December, dropping to 5°C (41°F) at night. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. With overnight lows of 5°C (41°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.
Sunshine in Great Yarmouth in December
The city usually sees around 42 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.December in Great Yarmouth has its charm. However, if you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations in the world.
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Great Yarmouth Temperature in December
Min Temperature
5°C (41°F)
Max Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Chance of Rain
59%
Precipitation
78 mm (3.1 in)
Rainy days
18 days
Sunshine
42 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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Daily Historical Temperatures
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Great Yarmouth typically stay consistent throughout December, with daily highs averaging around 9°C (48°F). Nights are cold, with lows around 3°C (37°F).
Average temperatures in December
Daily Historical Precipitation
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in December
Historical weather for Great Yarmouth in December
Browse day-by-day weather records for Great Yarmouth spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Great Yarmouth historical weather extremes in December
Based on 49 years of weather observations in Great Yarmouth between 1976 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes.
- The warmest day in December was on December 19, 1993, with a maximum of 15°C (59°F).
- The lowest daytime temperature in December was -2°C (28°F), recorded on December 10, 1981.
- The lowest overnight temperature recorded in December was -10°C (14°F) (December 18, 2010).
- The wettest day in December Great Yarmouth was on December 27, 2014 with 23 mm (0.9 in) of precipitation.
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What to Wear in Great Yarmouth in December
We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Great Yarmouth in December. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. With limited sunshine expected, sunglasses aren't a priority for packing.What To Do in Great Yarmouth in December
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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