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Prestwick Weather in December

December in Prestwick averages 9°C (48°F) during the day and 4°C (39°F) at night. It is the wettest month of the year, with 182 mm (7.2 in) of rainfall on average, so waterproof gear is a must.

Rainfall in Prestwick in December

Prestwick is in the rainy season in December, with rain on around 20 days and an average of 182 mm (7.2 in). Rainfall this month is frequent and tends to be fairly heavy when it does fall. Packing waterproofs is a good idea.

Temperature in Prestwick in December

Expect highs of 9°C (48°F) in Prestwick in December, with nights dropping to around 4°C (39°F). December is part of winter. It stays cool throughout the day, so warm layers are a good idea from morning to evening. At 4°C (39°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Prestwick in December

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 37 hours of sun. It's ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. May and June typically offer the best weather for Prestwick.

Prestwick Temperature in December

Min Temperature
4°C (39°F)
Max Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Chance of Rain
67%
Precipitation
182 mm (7.2 in)
Rainy days
20 days
Humidity
87% *
Sunshine
37 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
12% *
* Data from: Glasgow, Scotland (42 KM, 26 Miles).

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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 Prestwick in December

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Prestwick 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. With limited sunshine expected, sunglasses aren't a priority for packing.

What To Do in Prestwick in December

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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