Gloucestershire Weather in December

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

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

What to Expect in Gloucestershire in December

Gloucestershire, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. December in Gloucestershire generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. December is a winter month.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 9°C (48°F) and nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) in Cheltenham.

For a closer look at conditions across Gloucestershire, the United Kingdom, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Todenham with an average of 66 mm (2.6 in) to moderate rainfall in Wick with 79 mm (3.1 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine hours are generally lower in most areas during December. Cheltenham experiences about 49 hours of sunlight. If you're looking for brighter destinations, our weather planner can suggest better options.

Explore Gloucestershire by month

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

January9°C (48°F) February9°C (48°F) March11°C (52°F) April14°C (57°F) May17°C (63°F) June20°C (68°F) This monthJuly22°C (72°F) August22°C (72°F) September19°C (66°F) October15°C (59°F) November11°C (52°F) December9°C (48°F)
Best Time to Visit Gloucestershire →

Best Places to Visit in Gloucestershire in December

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

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 Gloucestershire

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

Temperature range in Gloucestershire (December)

Precipitation variation in Gloucestershire (December)

Cheltenham

In December Cheltenham generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
66 hours
49 hours
54 hours
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
18 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Cheltenham →

Gloucester

In December Gloucester generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
66 hours
49 hours
54 hours
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
18 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Gloucester →

Stroud

In December Stroud generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
66 hours
49 hours
54 hours
Monthly rainfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
18 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Stroud →

Lower Slaughter

In December Lower Slaughter generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
70 hours
54 hours
60 hours
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
18 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Lower Slaughter →

South Cerney

In December South Cerney generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
70 hours
54 hours
60 hours
Monthly rainfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in South Cerney →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Gloucestershire, 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 Gloucestershire in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Cheltenham 9°C (48°F) 3°C (37°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Gloucester 9°C (48°F) 3°C (37°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Stroud 9°C (48°F) 3°C (37°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Lower Slaughter 9°C (48°F) 3°C (37°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
South Cerney 9°C (48°F) 3°C (37°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Tewkesbury 9°C (48°F) 3°C (37°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)

Gloucestershire weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

Expect poor weather across Gloucestershire, the United Kingdom in December. The popular destination of Cheltenham averages 9°C (48°F) by day and 3°C (37°F) at night during this winter month.

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

In Cheltenham, the average daytime high in December is 9°C (48°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 3°C (37°F).

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Gloucestershire, the United Kingdom during December, with Cheltenham averaging close to 69 mm (2.7 in).

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

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

On average, the best time to visit Gloucestershire, the United Kingdom is in June, July and August with generally perfect weather in Cheltenham. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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