Dumfries and Galloway weather in December
Planning a journey to Dumfries and Galloway this December and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:
What is the weather like in Dumfries and Galloway in December?
Dumfries and Galloway is a region in the United Kingdom. December in Dumfries and Galloway generally has cold temperatures, with high precipitation. December is a winter month.
The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 7°C in Moffat to 10°C in Portpatrick. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 7°C in Portpatrick and 1°C in Moffat.
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Gretna Green with an average of 107 mm to high rainfall in Kirkcudbright with 149 mm. Based on climate data from the last 30 years, Dumfries receives the most rainfall during this month of the year. Most cities witness limited sunny days, expect roughly 39 hours of sunlight in Dumfries. This low amount of sunlight is perfect for those who lean towards dimmer, cloudier weather rather than intense sunny days.
For specific regional insights in Dumfries and Galloway for December, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Dumfries and Galloway climate page.
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Average weather in Dumfries
In December Dumfries generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Stranraer
In December Stranraer generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Moffat
In December Moffat generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Kirkcudbright
In December Kirkcudbright generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Gretna Green
In December Gretna Green generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is December the best time to visit Dumfries and Galloway?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Dumfries, December may not be the ideal time to visit Dumfries and Galloway.
Generally speaking, July provides perfect weather in Dumfries. The weather in January, February, March, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
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