Exmoor National Park Weather in December

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

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Lynton Porlock Exford Lynmouth

Considering a trip to Exmoor National Park, the United Kingdom this December and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Exmoor National Park in December

Exmoor National Park, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. December in Exmoor National Park generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 10°C (50°F) and nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) in Lynton.

To explore the conditions in Exmoor National Park, the United Kingdom in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Dulverton with an average of 96 mm (3.8 in) to high rainfall in Lynmouth with 138 mm (5.4 in). Based on our climate, it is the month with the most precipitation throughout the year in Lynton.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is quite limited in many locations during December. Lynton receives roughly 49 hours of sunlight. For destinations with more sunshine, our weather planner offers alternatives worldwide.

Explore Exmoor National Park by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Exmoor National Park — and find the best time to visit. (based on Lynton)

January9°C (48°F) February9°C (48°F) March10°C (50°F) April12°C (54°F) May14°C (57°F) June17°C (63°F) This monthJuly19°C (66°F) August19°C (66°F) September18°C (64°F) October15°C (59°F) November12°C (54°F) December10°C (50°F)
Best Time to Visit Exmoor National Park →

Best Places to Visit in Exmoor National Park in December

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

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 Exmoor National Park

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

Temperature range in Exmoor National Park (December)

Precipitation variation in Exmoor National Park (December)

Lynton

In December Lynton generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
66 hours
49 hours
53 hours
Monthly rainfall
136 mm (5.4 in)
137 mm (5.4 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
21 days
22 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Lynton →

Porlock

In December Porlock generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
66 hours
49 hours
53 hours
Monthly rainfall
125 mm (4.9 in)
126 mm (5 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
21 days
22 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Porlock →

Exford

In December Exford generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
66 hours
49 hours
53 hours
Monthly rainfall
113 mm (4.4 in)
116 mm (4.6 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
22 days
22 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Exford →

Lynmouth

In December Lynmouth generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
66 hours
49 hours
53 hours
Monthly rainfall
136 mm (5.4 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
22 days
22 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Lynmouth →

Wheddon Cross

In December Wheddon Cross generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
66 hours
49 hours
53 hours
Monthly rainfall
110 mm (4.3 in)
111 mm (4.4 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
21 days
21 days
22 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Wheddon Cross →

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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 Exmoor National Park in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Lynton 10°C (50°F) 6°C (43°F) 137 mm (5.4 in)
Porlock 10°C (50°F) 6°C (43°F) 126 mm (5 in)
Exford 10°C (50°F) 5°C (41°F) 116 mm (4.6 in)
Lynmouth 10°C (50°F) 6°C (43°F) 138 mm (5.4 in)
Wheddon Cross 10°C (50°F) 5°C (41°F) 111 mm (4.4 in)
Dulverton 9°C (48°F) 4°C (39°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)

Exmoor National Park weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Exmoor National Park, the United Kingdom in December?

In December, Exmoor National Park, the United Kingdom generally has poor weather conditions. Lynton sees daytime temperatures near 10°C (50°F), with nights cooling to roughly 6°C (43°F).

What is the average temperature in Exmoor National Park, the United Kingdom in December?

In Lynton, the average daytime high in December is 10°C (50°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 6°C (43°F).

Does Exmoor National Park, the United Kingdom get a lot of rain in December?

Yes, December tends to be a wetter month in Exmoor National Park, the United Kingdom. Average rainfall in Lynton sits around 137 mm (5.4 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit Exmoor National Park, the United Kingdom?

In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to Exmoor National Park, the United Kingdom with often poor weather in Lynton.

On average, the best time to visit Exmoor National Park, the United Kingdom is in July with generally pleasant weather in Lynton. The weather in January, February, March, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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We have much more information about the climate in Exmoor National Park.

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