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Highland Weather in December
With daytime temperatures of 5°C (41°F) and nighttime lows of -4°C (25°F), December in Highland brings low temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of snow/rainfall is typical. Around 119 mm (4.7 in) falls on average.
Rainfall in Highland in December
On average, there are about 12 days with snow/rain during this month, averaging 119 mm (4.7 in). Individual showers can be quite heavy this month. A proper umbrella or rain jacket is worth having.
Temperature in Highland in December
Temperatures in Highland in December top out at 5°C (41°F) and drop to -4°C (25°F) overnight. The winter season takes place during December. Cold conditions persist throughout the day, so warm clothing is important from the moment you head outside. With overnight lows of -4°C (25°F), temperatures fall below freezing at night. An extra thick blanket can make a real difference if your accommodation runs cold.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Highland. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
Highland Temperature in December
Min Temperature
-4°C (25°F)
Max Temperature
5°C (41°F)
Chance of Rain
40%
Precipitation
119 mm (4.7 in)
Rainy days
12 days
Humidity
69% *
* Data from: Catskill Mountains, the United States of America (63 KM, 39 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 Highland in December
We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Highland 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. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho.
What To Do in Highland in December
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling3/10 -
Walking3/10 -
Barbeque1/10 -
Camping1/10 -
Outdoor sports3/10
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Where to go in December - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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