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Penzance weather in December (Cornwall, United Kingdom)

What does the weather outlook for Penzance look like in December? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

The month of December in Penzance typically includes moderate temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 12°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 8°C.

Precipitation

Penzance in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 114 mm for the month. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 22 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 65 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

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

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

 

Penzance, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 8°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 12°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 74%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 114 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 22 days  
SunshineSunshine 65 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Newquay, the United Kingdom (46 KM, 28 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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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?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
5/10

Interested in more climate information?

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