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Knitsley Weather in December

Thinking of visiting Knitsley in December? Expect low temperatures reaching 8°C (46°F) during the day, dropping to 2°C (36°F) at night, and note that quite a bit of rainfall is likely.

Rainfall in Knitsley in December

Records from the past 30 years suggest around 19 days of rain, with 78 mm (3.1 in) average for the month. Rain is frequent but mostly light this month, with brief showers more common than heavy downpours.

Temperature in Knitsley in December

Temperatures in Knitsley in December top out at 8°C (46°F) and drop to 2°C (36°F) overnight. December is in the winter season. Temperatures remain on the cold side all day. A proper warm jacket is worth having, not just for evenings. Nights drop to 2°C (36°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Knitsley in December

This month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with about 53 hours of sunshine. It's great for those who appreciate cooler, less sunny days.

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

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Knitsley Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 2°C (36°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 8°C (46°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 62%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 78 mm (3.1 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 19 days  
SunshineSunshine 53 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Newcastle upon Tyne, the United Kingdom (20 KM, 12 Miles).

Best Places in the United Kingdom in December

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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 Knitsley in December

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Knitsley 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. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. Sunglasses aren't essential this month, though you might want them for the occasional bright moment.

What To Do in Knitsley 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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