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Inverkeithing Weather in December

With daytime temperatures of 8°C (46°F) and nighttime lows of 2°C (36°F), December in Inverkeithing brings low temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is typical. Around 86 mm (3.4 in) falls on average.

Rainfall in Inverkeithing in December

Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 18 days of rain, with 86 mm (3.4 in) average for the month. With rain spread across many days but low totals, showers are typically short and light rather than heavy.

Temperature in Inverkeithing in December

Daytime temperatures in Inverkeithing reach 8°C (46°F) in December, dropping to 2°C (36°F) at night. December is in the winter season. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. With overnight lows of 2°C (36°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Inverkeithing in December

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 48 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

Wind Speed in Inverkeithing in December

Average wind conditions reach 5 m/s (10 knots) in December. This creates lively weather with fresh winds that make small trees sway noticeably. Remember this is an average: some days are less windy while others have particularly active windy conditions.

Average water temperature in December

At 8°C (46°F), the water is very cold. Most people find it too uncomfortable for anything beyond a brief wade.

December in Inverkeithing can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

Inverkeithing Temperature in December

Min Temperature
2°C (36°F)
Max Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Water Temperature
8°C (46°F) *
Chance of Rain
60%
Precipitation
86 mm (3.4 in)
Rainy days
18 days
Humidity
84% *
Windspeed
5 m/s (10 knots) *
Sunshine
48 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
19% *
* Data from: Edinburgh, Scotland (9 KM, 5 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 Inverkeithing in December

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Inverkeithing in December. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. Expect water temperatures of around 8°C (46°F), which is definitely too cold for comfortable swimming. Your luggage space is better used for other items. With limited sunshine expected, sunglasses aren't a priority for packing.

What To Do in Inverkeithing in December

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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