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Portreath weather in December (Cornwall, United Kingdom)

Interested in knowing the climate of Portreath in December? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

In December, Portreath tends to experience low temperatures and high rainfall. December is known for being in the winter season. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 12°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler 7°C.

Precipitation

Portreath in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 102 mm for the month. Expect around 22 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

This month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with about 65 hours of sunshine. It's great for those who appreciate cooler, less sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Portreath. July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Portreath, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 7°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 12°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 73%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 102 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 22 days  
SunshineSunshine 65 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Newquay, the United Kingdom (22 KM, 14 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?

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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