December Rainfall and Precipitation in Durham

Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Durham, the United Kingdom in December.

Durham, the United Kingdom, a region in the United Kingdom, experiences in December precipitation ranging from a moderate 68 mm (2.7 in) in Coxhoe to a high 104 mm (4.1 in) in Holwick. During December, winter is in full swing.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in December: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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Durham precipitation in December: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does Durham, the United Kingdom receive in December?

Durham stays mostly dry in December, with average rainfall close to 71 mm (2.8 in).

How many days does it rain in Durham, the United Kingdom in December?

On average, Durham has about 18 days days of rain in December.

Is December part of the rainy season in Durham, the United Kingdom?

December is generally a drier month for Durham, the United Kingdom, falling outside the main rainy season.

What is the wettest city in December in Durham, the United Kingdom?

Based on our records, Holwick receives the most rainfall in Durham, the United Kingdom in December, averaging about 104 mm (4.1 in).

What is the driest city in December in Durham, the United Kingdom?

Based on our database, Coxhoe sees the least rainfall in Durham, the United Kingdom in December, with around 68 mm (2.7 in) on average.

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