Angus Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Angus, the United Kingdom in December.

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Carnoustie Montrose Kirriemuir Alrick

Planning a trip to Angus, the United Kingdom this December? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Angus in December

Angus, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. December in Angus generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. The month of December is in the winter season.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 6°C (43°F) in Alrick to 8°C (46°F) in Arbroath. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 4°C (39°F) in Arbroath and 0°C (32°F) in Alrick.

For specific regional insights in Angus, the United Kingdom, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Kirkton of Tealing with an average of 81 mm (3.2 in) to moderate rainfall in Alrick with 98 mm (3.9 in).

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. Carnoustie receives around 45 hours of sunlight. If you prefer more sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations.

Explore Angus by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Angus — and find the best time to visit. (based on Carnoustie)

January8°C (46°F) February8°C (46°F) March10°C (50°F) April11°C (52°F) May14°C (57°F) June16°C (61°F) This monthJuly18°C (64°F) August18°C (64°F) September17°C (63°F) October14°C (57°F) November11°C (52°F) December8°C (46°F)
Best Time to Visit Angus →

Best Places to Visit in Angus in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Angus.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Angus

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Angus, the United Kingdom?

Temperature range in Angus (December)

Precipitation variation in Angus (December)

Carnoustie

In December Carnoustie generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
67 hours
45 hours
55 hours
Monthly rainfall
93 mm (3.7 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Carnoustie →

Montrose

In December Montrose generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
67 hours
45 hours
55 hours
Monthly rainfall
102 mm (4 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
17 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Montrose →

Kirriemuir

In December Kirriemuir generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
1°C (34°F)
1°C (34°F)
Monthly sun hours
67 hours
45 hours
55 hours
Monthly rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
20 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Kirriemuir →

Alrick

In December Alrick generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C (43°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
6°C (43°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
67 hours
45 hours
55 hours
Monthly rainfall
99 mm (3.9 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
21 days
22 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Alrick →

Arbroath

In December Arbroath generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
67 hours
45 hours
55 hours
Monthly rainfall
98 mm (3.9 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Arbroath →

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In our records: the United Kingdom December extremes

Notable December records observed across cities in the United Kingdom in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the coldest December daytime high in the United Kingdom was -10°C (14°F) in Glasgow on December 29, 1995.
  • From our sources, the wettest December day in the United Kingdom brought 301 mm (12 in) in Belfast on December 4, 1982.

Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Angus in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Carnoustie 8°C (46°F) 3°C (37°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)
Montrose 8°C (46°F) 4°C (39°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)
Kirriemuir 7°C (45°F) 1°C (34°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)
Alrick 6°C (43°F) 0°C (32°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Arbroath 8°C (46°F) 4°C (39°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Balnaboth 6°C (43°F) 0°C (32°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)

Angus weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Angus, the United Kingdom in December?

Angus, the United Kingdom typically experiences poor weather in December, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Carnoustie average around 8°C (46°F), and temperatures drop to about 3°C (37°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Angus, the United Kingdom in December?

Average temperatures in Angus, the United Kingdom during December range from a nighttime low near 3°C (37°F) to a daytime high around 8°C (46°F) in Carnoustie.

Does Angus, the United Kingdom get a lot of rain in December?

December is on the drier side in Angus, the United Kingdom. Carnoustie averages only about 86 mm (3.4 in), with most days staying dry.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Angus, the United Kingdom?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Carnoustie, December may not be the ideal time to visit Angus, the United Kingdom.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July and August offering mostly pleasant weather in Carnoustie. In contrast, January, February, March and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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