Hemel Hempstead weather in December (Hertfordshire, United Kingdom)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Hemel Hempstead during December? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

The typical weather for December in Hemel Hempstead includes low temperatures and moderate rainfall. Winter occurs in December. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 9°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 3°C.

Precipitation

Hemel Hempstead in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 61 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 17 days of the month will see rainfall.

Average sunshine

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 54 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 Hemel Hempstead. June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February 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 Hemel Hempstead climate page with graphs.

 

Hemel Hempstead, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 3°C  

Max Temperature 9°C  

Chance of Rain 56%  

Precipitation 61 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Humidity 81% *  

Sunshine 54 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 21% *  

* Data from: London, the United Kingdom (29 KM, 18 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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