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Peterhead Weather in December

December in Peterhead brings low temperatures, with daytime highs of 9°C (48°F) and nights around 5°C (41°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 78 mm (3.1 in), so pack an umbrella.

Rainfall in Peterhead in December

Past climate data indicates that roughly 20 days will see rain, totalling around 78 mm (3.1 in) for the month. Rain falls on many days this month, but usually in relatively small amounts. A light waterproof is more useful than a heavy umbrella.

Temperature in Peterhead in December

In December, expect low temperatures in Peterhead, with highs of 9°C (48°F) and lows of 5°C (41°F) at night. The winter season is characteristic of December. The days stay cool from start to finish. Layering up well will make outdoor time much more comfortable. Nights drop to 5°C (41°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Peterhead in December

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 48 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 Peterhead. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Peterhead Temperature in December

Min Temperature
5°C (41°F)
Max Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Chance of Rain
66%
Precipitation
78 mm (3.1 in)
Rainy days
20 days
Humidity
83% *
Sunshine
48 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
22% *
* Data from: Aberdeen, Scotland (42 KM, 26 Miles).

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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 Peterhead in December

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Peterhead 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 Peterhead 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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