Preston weather in December (Northumberland, United Kingdom)

What does the weather outlook for Preston look like in December? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.

Temperatures

During December, Preston usually has low temperatures and moderate rainfall. December is typically considered a winter month. Daytime temperatures hover around 9°C, while nights can cool down to about 4°C.

Precipitation

Preston in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 75 mm for the month. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 17 days of rain.

Average sunshine

This month sees fewer sunny days, with about 53 hours of sunshine, perfect for those who enjoy cooler temperatures.

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

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

 

Preston, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 4°C  

Max Temperature 9°C  

Chance of Rain 57%  

Precipitation 75 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Sunshine 53 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Newcastle upon Tyne, the United Kingdom (60 KM, 37 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.

Weather conditions Weather

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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

4/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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