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Hale Weather in December

December in Hale averages 8°C (46°F) during the day and 3°C (37°F) at night. It is the wettest month of the year, with 97 mm (3.8 in) of rainfall on average, so waterproof gear is a must.

Rainfall in Hale in December

As the month with the highest rainfall, make sure to have an umbrella to manage the showers. Historically, the month has about 19 days of rain, averaging 97 mm (3.8 in) in total. Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.

Temperature in Hale in December

December in Hale brings low temperatures, with highs of 8°C (46°F) and nights around 3°C (37°F). December marks the winter season. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. At 3°C (37°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Hale in December

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 45 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

Wind Speed in Hale in December

Wind speeds average 4 m/s (8 knots) during December. At this speed, expect moderate winds that can raise dust and move small branches. Since this is an average, some days have gentle light winds while others experience stronger breezes that are quite noticeable.

December in Hale 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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Hale Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 3°C (37°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 8°C (46°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 62%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 97 mm (3.8 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 19 days  
HumidityHumidity 87% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 m/s (8 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 45 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Manchester, the United Kingdom (5 KM, 3 Miles).

Best Places in the United Kingdom in December

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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 (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 Hale in December

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Hale 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 Hale 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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