Calderdale Weather in December

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

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Halifax Brighouse Hebden Bridge Todmorden

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

What to Expect in Calderdale in December

Calderdale, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. December in Calderdale generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. The month of December is in the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 7°C (45°F) and nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) in Halifax.

To explore the conditions in Calderdale, the United Kingdom in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Brighouse with an average of 90 mm (3.5 in) to high rainfall in Todmorden with 112 mm (4.4 in). Going by our weather data, it is the wettest month of the year in Halifax.

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. Halifax receives around 52 hours of sunlight. If you prefer more sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations.

Explore Calderdale by month

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

January7°C (45°F) February8°C (46°F) March10°C (50°F) April12°C (54°F) May15°C (59°F) This monthJune18°C (64°F) July20°C (68°F) August20°C (68°F) September17°C (63°F) October13°C (55°F) November10°C (50°F) December7°C (45°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Calderdale in December

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

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 Calderdale

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

Temperature range in Calderdale (December)

Precipitation variation in Calderdale (December)

Halifax

In December Halifax generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°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)
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
61 hours
52 hours
50 hours
Monthly rainfall
88 mm (3.5 in)
97 mm (3.8 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
20 days
21 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Halifax →

Brighouse

In December Brighouse generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°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)
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
61 hours
52 hours
50 hours
Monthly rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
19 days
20 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Brighouse →

Hebden Bridge

In December Hebden Bridge generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
56 hours
38 hours
45 hours
Monthly rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
21 days
21 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Hebden Bridge →

Todmorden

In December Todmorden generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
61 hours
52 hours
50 hours
Monthly rainfall
100 mm (3.9 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
21 days
21 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Todmorden →

Sowerby Bridge

In December Sowerby Bridge generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°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)
7°C (45°F)
7°C (45°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
61 hours
52 hours
50 hours
Monthly rainfall
90 mm (3.5 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
20 days
21 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Sowerby Bridge →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Calderdale, in the United Kingdom.

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 Calderdale in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Halifax 7°C (45°F) 2°C (36°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)
Brighouse 7°C (45°F) 2°C (36°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Hebden Bridge 7°C (45°F) 2°C (36°F) 108 mm (4.3 in)
Todmorden 7°C (45°F) 2°C (36°F) 112 mm (4.4 in)
Sowerby Bridge 7°C (45°F) 2°C (36°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)

Calderdale weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

Calderdale, the United Kingdom typically experiences poor weather in December, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Halifax average around 7°C (45°F), and temperatures drop to about 2°C (36°F) at night.

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

Halifax averages a daytime maximum of 7°C (45°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 2°C (36°F).

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

December is on the drier side in Calderdale, the United Kingdom. Halifax averages only about 97 mm (3.8 in), with most days staying dry.

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

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

On average, the best time to visit Calderdale, the United Kingdom is in July and August with generally perfect weather in Halifax. The weather in January, February, March, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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