Porthcawl weather in December (Glamorgan, United Kingdom)

What is the weather forecast for Porthcawl in December? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

In December, Porthcawl usually has low temperatures and high rainfall. December is known for being in the winter season. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 10°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 5°C.

Precipitation

Porthcawl in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 135 mm for the month. The month brings the most rain, so be prepared with an umbrella for the occasional shower. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 20 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 49 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Porthcawl. July typically offers the best circumstances. While January, February, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Porthcawl, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 5°C  

Max Temperature 10°C  

Chance of Rain 68%  

Precipitation 135 mm  

Rainy days 20 days  

Humidity 89% *  

Sunshine 49 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 19% *  

Data from: Cardiff, the United Kingdom (26 KM, 16 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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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

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

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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