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Kintail Weather in December

During December, Kintail experiences low daytime temperatures of 7°C (45°F) and cooler nights around 1°C (34°F). December sits within the rainy season, and part of the winter season, so expect regular and often heavy rainfall.

Rainfall in Kintail in December

As part of the rainy season, Kintail sees around 25 days of rain in December, with an average of 220 mm (8.7 in). Rain during the rainy season is significant rather than just light drizzle. Expect proper showers on most rainy days.

Temperature in Kintail in December

In December, expect low temperatures in Kintail, with highs of 7°C (45°F) and lows of 1°C (34°F) at night. Winter occurs in December. Temperatures remain on the cold side all day. A proper warm jacket is worth having, not just for evenings. With overnight lows of 1°C (34°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Kintail in December

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 34 hours of sun. It's ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Kintail. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Kintail Temperature in December

Min Temperature
1°C (34°F)
Max Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Chance of Rain
84%
Precipitation
220 mm (8.7 in)
Rainy days
25 days
Sunshine
34 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Portree, the United Kingdom (49 KM, 30 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 Kintail in December

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Kintail 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. It's going to pour! Pack a good poncho and prepare for very wet conditions. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Kintail 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
    3/10
  • Outdoor sports
    4/10

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