Harpenden weather in December (Hertfordshire, United Kingdom)

Curious about the climate in Harpenden this December? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.

Temperatures

The month of December in Harpenden typically brings low temperatures and moderate rainfall. December is typically considered a winter month. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 9°C. But by evening, they drop to around 3°C.

Precipitation

Harpenden in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 60 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 17 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

This month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with about 42 hours of sunshine. It's great for those who appreciate cooler, less sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Harpenden. June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Harpenden, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 3°C  

Max Temperature 9°C  

Chance of Rain 56%  

Precipitation 60 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Sunshine 42 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Milton Keynes, the United Kingdom (36 KM, 22 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

4/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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