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Oban Weather in December
December in Oban brings low temperatures, with highs of 8°C (46°F) and nights dropping to 3°C (37°F). The rainy season is in full swing this month, so frequent downpours are part of the picture.
Rainfall in Oban in December
Oban is in the rainy season in December, with rain on around 23 days and an average of 247 mm (9.7 in). Rainfall this month is frequent and tends to be fairly heavy when it does fall. Packing waterproofs is a good idea.
Temperature in Oban in December
Oban in December gets highs of 8°C (46°F) during the day and drops to 3°C (37°F) at night. December is part of winter. Cold conditions persist throughout the day, so warm clothing is important from the moment you head outside. At 3°C (37°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.
Sunshine in Oban in December
The city usually sees around 31 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. May, June, July and August typically offer the best weather for Oban.
Oban Temperature in December
Min Temperature
3°C (37°F)
Max Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Chance of Rain
78%
Precipitation
247 mm (9.7 in)
Rainy days
23 days
Sunshine
31 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Oban Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Oban typically stay consistent throughout December, with daily highs averaging around 8°C (46°F). Nights are cold, with lows around 1°C (34°F).
Average temperatures in December
Daily Historical Precipitation
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in December
Historical weather records for Oban in December
Browse day-by-day weather records for Oban spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Oban historical weather extremes in December
Based on 49 years of weather observations (1976-2025), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Oban.
- Oban recorded its highest December temperature of 15°C (59°F) on December 7, 2016.
- The lowest daytime temperature in December was -7°C (19°F), recorded on December 22, 2009.
- The coldest night in December in Oban was on December 28, 1995, with a minimum of -14°C (7°F).
Best Places in Scotland in December
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perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
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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 Oban in December
Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Oban 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. With limited sunshine expected, sunglasses aren't a priority for packing.
What To Do in Oban in December
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming4/10 -
Cycling4/10 -
Walking4/10 -
Camping3/10 -
Outdoor sports4/10
Oban 3-Day Forecast
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