Climate ▸Forecast ▸December ▸January ▸
JanuaryFebruaryMarchAprilMayJuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovemberDecember

Maze Weather in December

December in Maze typically sees daytime highs of 9°C (48°F) and nighttime lows of 4°C (39°F). Rainfall is also possible this month, so it's worth packing an umbrella. It falls within the winter season.

Rainfall in Maze in December

Typically around 20 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 84 mm (3.3 in) for the month. With rain spread across many days but low totals, showers are typically short and light rather than heavy.

Temperature in Maze in December

Temperatures in Maze in December top out at 9°C (48°F) and drop to 4°C (39°F) overnight. December is typically considered a winter month. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. With overnight lows of 4°C (39°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Maze in December

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 39 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

Wind Speed in Maze in December

Wind speeds average 5 m/s (10 knots) during December. At this speed, gentle to moderate breezes make small trees sway and the wind creates whitecaps on water bodies. Daily variations range from moderate winds to stronger breezes, creating excellent conditions for sailing, kite flying and wind sports.

Average water temperature in December

At 10°C (50°F), the water is very cold. Most people find it too uncomfortable for anything beyond a brief wade.

December in Maze can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

Select a Month

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit the United Kingdom, check out our Maze's climate page.

Maze Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 4°C (39°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 9°C (48°F)  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 10°C (50°F) *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 67%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 84 mm (3.3 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 20 days  
HumidityHumidity 90% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 5 m/s (10 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 39 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 15% *  
* Data from: Belfast, Ireland (20 KM, 12 Miles).

Best Places 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. See all of the United Kingdom in December →

Map not visible? Whoops sorry! Please refresh the page.
Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
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 Maze in December

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Maze 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. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. With water temperatures around 10°C (50°F), the water is quite cold for swimming. You can skip the swimwear unless you're particularly tough. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Maze 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

Select a Month

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit the United Kingdom, check out our Maze's climate page.

More climate data for Maze