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Ilfracombe weather in December (Devon, United Kingdom)

What kind of weather does December bring to Ilfracombe? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.

Temperatures

Typically, December in Ilfracombe includes low temperatures and high rainfall. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 11°C, while the nights will see a decline to about 7°C.

Precipitation

Ilfracombe in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 137 mm for the month. Expect frequent showers this month, so make sure to have an umbrella to keep yourself dry. The climate data from previous years indicates that there are typically about 21 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 49 hours of sun. It's ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Ilfracombe. July, August and September typically offer 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 Ilfracombe climate page with graphs.

 

Ilfracombe, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 7°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 11°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 69%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 137 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 21 days  
HumidityHumidity 89% *  
SunshineSunshine 49 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 19% *  
* Data from: Cardiff, the United Kingdom (57 KM, 35 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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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?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

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

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
5/10

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