Matlock weather in December (Derbyshire, United Kingdom)

How is December weather typically in Matlock? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.

Temperatures

The month of December in Matlock typically includes low temperatures and moderate rainfall. The winter season is characteristic of December. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 8°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 2°C.

Precipitation

Matlock in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 75 mm for the month. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 19 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 47 hours hours of sunshine, suitable for those who prefer less sun.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Matlock. July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Matlock, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 2°C  

Max Temperature 8°C  

Chance of Rain 62%  

Precipitation 75 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Sunshine 47 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Sheffield, the United Kingdom (27 KM, 17 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

4/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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