Kirkby Stephen weather in December (Cumbria, United Kingdom)

Can you expect sunny skies in Kirkby Stephen in December? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

In December, Kirkby Stephen typically experiences low temperatures and high rainfall. December is a notable month of the winter season. In the daytime, temperatures tend to hover near 6°C, cooling down at night to around 1°C.

Precipitation

Kirkby Stephen in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 124 mm for the month. With frequent rain showers this month, having an umbrella on hand will keep you dry. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 21 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 52 hours hours of sunshine. 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 Kirkby Stephen. May, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Kirkby Stephen climate page with graphs.

 

Kirkby Stephen, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 1°C  

Max Temperature 6°C  

Chance of Rain 71%  

Precipitation 124 mm  

Rainy days 21 days  

Sunshine 52 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Middlesbrough, the United Kingdom (72 KM, 45 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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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

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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