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Portree Weather in December
December in Portree averages 9°C (48°F) during the day and 5°C (41°F) at night. December is part of the rainy season, with around 221 mm (8.7 in) of rainfall and frequent showers.
Rainfall in Portree in December
Portree is in the rainy season in December, with rain on around 27 days and an average of 221 mm (8.7 in). Rainy season showers tend to be fairly substantial. A good rain jacket or umbrella is worth having with you most days.
Temperature in Portree in December
Expect highs of 9°C (48°F) in Portree in December, with nights dropping to around 5°C (41°F). Temperatures remain on the cold side all day. A proper warm jacket is worth having, not just for evenings. With lows around 5°C (41°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.
Sunshine in Portree in December
The month has fewer sunny days, with around 34 hours of sunshine.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Portree. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
Portree Temperature in December
Min Temperature
5°C (41°F)
Max Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Chance of Rain
89%
Precipitation
221 mm (8.7 in)
Rainy days
27 days
Sunshine
34 hours
Percentage Sunshine
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Daily Historical Temperatures
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Portree typically stay consistent throughout December, with daily highs averaging around 9°C (48°F). Nights are cold, with lows around 3°C (37°F).
Average temperatures in December
Daily Historical Precipitation
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in December
Historical weather records for Portree in December
Browse day-by-day weather records for Portree spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Portree historical weather extremes in December
Based on weather observations in Portree between 1976 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during December.
- Portree recorded its highest December temperature of 15°C (59°F) on December 13, 1984.
- On December 19, 2010, Portree saw its coldest December day with temperatures maxing out at -4°C (25°F).
- Nighttime temperatures dropped to -9°C (16°F) on December 27, 1995, marking the coldest December night on record.
Best Places in the United Kingdom in December
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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 Portree in December
We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Portree in December. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. Sunglasses aren't essential this month, though you might want them for the occasional bright moment.
What To Do in Portree in December
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming4/10 -
Cycling4/10 -
Walking4/10 -
Camping3/10 -
Outdoor sports4/10
Portree 3-Day Forecast
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