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Portland weather in December (Dorset, United Kingdom)

How does the weather in Portland usually fare in December? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

Typically, December in Portland includes low temperatures and high rainfall. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 11°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to 7°C.

Precipitation

Portland in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 108 mm for the month. Climate data suggests that about 17 days will experience rainfall.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 55 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Portland. August typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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Portland, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 7°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 11°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 57%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 108 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
SunshineSunshine 55 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Salisbury, the United Kingdom (74 KM, 46 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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In December generally
poor weather
with low temperatures
and high monthly rainfall

More information

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).

Select a Month of Interest

Check the conditions for any month of the year.

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit the United Kingdom, check out our Portland's climate page.

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

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