Harrogate weather in December (North Yorkshire, United Kingdom)
Is Harrogate a good destination in December, weather-wise? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.
Temperatures
December in Harrogate generally includes low temperatures and moderate rainfall. December is part of winter. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 8°C, cooling down at night to around 2°C.
Precipitation
Harrogate in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 77 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 18 days of the month will see rainfall.Average sunshine
The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 24 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Harrogate. July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Harrogate climate page with graphs.
Harrogate, monthly averages in December
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.
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.
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