Helensburgh weather in December (Strathclyde, United Kingdom)

Curious about the climate in Helensburgh this December? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

In December, the weather in Helensburgh generally includes low temperatures and heavy rainfall. During December, the winter season is in full swing. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 8°C, while night temperatures can drop to 2°C. Prepare for the coldest month of the year by packing warm and cozy winter cloths.

Precipitation

Helensburgh in December usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 176 mm for the month. On average, there are about 22 days with rain during this month.

Average sunshine

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 37 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Helensburgh. July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Helensburgh, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 2°C  

Max Temperature 8°C  

Chance of Rain 74%  

Precipitation 176 mm  

Rainy days 22 days  

Humidity 87% *  

Sunshine 37 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 12% *  

* Data from: Glasgow, Scotland (24 KM, 15 Miles).

Where to go 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 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

3/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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