Weather in December in Durham
Planning a getaway to Durham this December and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:
What is the weather like in Durham in December?
Durham is a region in the United Kingdom. December in Durham generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. During December, winter is in full swing.
Temperatures
The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 7°C in Lanehead to 9°C in Hartlepool. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 4°C in Hartlepool and 1°C in Lanehead.For specific regional insights in Durham, refer to the map provided below.
Precipitation
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Coxhoe with an average of 68 mm to high rainfall in Holwick with 104 mm.Average sunshine
Durham experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 53 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who prefer dimmer, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit daysFor a more detailed look at Durham's conditions throughout the year, check out our Durham climate page.
Where to go in Durham in December
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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit the United Kingdom, check out our Durham's climate page.
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in December for the 5 most popular destinations in Durham?
Durham
In December Durham generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Darlington
In December Darlington generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Barnard Castle
In December Barnard Castle generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Stanley
In December Stanley generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Hartlepool
In December Hartlepool generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Durham, in the United Kingdom.
Is December the best time to visit Durham?
In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit Durham due to the typically poor weather in Durham.
On average, the best time to visit Durham is in July and August with generally perfect weather in Durham. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
Interested in more climate information?
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