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Haywards Heath Weather in December

In Haywards Heath, December brings low daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), with nights cooling to 4°C (39°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall this month.

Rainfall in Haywards Heath in December

This month experiences about 17 days of rain according to historical data, averaging 75 mm (3 in). Rain is frequent but mostly light this month, with brief showers more common than heavy downpours.

Temperature in Haywards Heath in December

Daytime temperatures in Haywards Heath reach 10°C (50°F) in December, dropping to 4°C (39°F) at night. This month falls in the winter season. It stays cool throughout the day, so warm layers are a good idea from morning to evening. With overnight lows of 4°C (39°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Average water temperature in December

At 12°C (54°F), the water is too cold for most people to swim comfortably. A wetsuit is pretty much essential if you plan to go in.

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

Haywards Heath Temperature in December

Min Temperature
4°C (39°F)
Max Temperature
10°C (50°F)
Water Temperature
12°C (54°F) *
Chance of Rain
55%
Precipitation
75 mm (3 in)
Rainy days
17 days
* Data from: Brighton & Hove, the United Kingdom (20 KM, 12 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 Haywards Heath in December

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Haywards Heath 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 water temperatures around 12°C (54°F), the water is quite cold for swimming. You can skip the swimwear unless you're particularly tough.

What To Do in Haywards Heath in December

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Cycling
    4/10
  • Walking
    4/10
  • Barbeque
    1/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    4/10

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