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Kew Weather in December

December in Kew brings low temperatures, with daytime highs of 9°C (48°F) and nights around 3°C (37°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 63 mm (2.5 in), so pack an umbrella.

Rainfall in Kew in December

Rain is expected on roughly 15 days, totalling around 63 mm (2.5 in) for the month. With rain spread across many days but low totals, showers are typically short and light rather than heavy.

Temperature in Kew in December

In December, expect low temperatures in Kew, with highs of 9°C (48°F) and lows of 3°C (37°F) at night. Winter occurs in December. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. At 3°C (37°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Kew in December

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.

Wind Speed in Kew in December

In December, average wind speeds reach 4 m/s (8 knots), leading to light to moderate breezes. Conditions vary from day to day, with both calm and windier periods.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Kew. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Kew Temperature in December

Min Temperature
3°C (37°F)
Max Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Chance of Rain
50%
Precipitation
63 mm (2.5 in)
Rainy days
15 days
Humidity
81% *
Windspeed
4 m/s (8 knots) *
Sunshine
54 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
21% *
* Data from: London, the United Kingdom (11 KM, 7 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 Kew in December

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Kew 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. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. With limited sunshine expected, sunglasses aren't a priority for packing.

What To Do in Kew 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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