Palterton Weather in December

December in Palterton brings low temperatures around 8°C (46°F) during the day, dropping to 3°C (37°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 67 mm (2.6 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Palterton in December

You can expect rain on roughly 18 days based on historical data, averaging 67 mm (2.6 in) for the month. With rain spread across many days but low totals, showers are typically short and light rather than heavy.

Temperature in Palterton in December

Expect highs of 8°C (46°F) in Palterton in December, with nights dropping to around 3°C (37°F). Experience the winter season in December. Expect a cold feel throughout the day, not just in the mornings and evenings. Warm layers are essential. With lows around 3°C (37°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Palterton in December

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 47 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Palterton. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Palterton Temperature in December

Min Temperature 3°C (37°F)  

Max Temperature 8°C (46°F)  

Chance of Rain 59%  

Precipitation 67 mm (2.6 in)  

Rainy days 18 days  

Sunshine 47 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Sheffield, the United Kingdom (22 KM, 13 Miles).

What to Wear in Palterton in December

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Palterton 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. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Palterton 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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• January
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• March
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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit the United Kingdom, check out our Palterton's climate page.

More climate data for Palterton

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