Weather in December in Greater London
Are you planning a trip a to Greater London in December and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Greater London in December?
Greater London is a region in the United Kingdom. December in Greater London generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. December is a winter month.
Temperatures
You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 9°C and nighttime temperatures around 3°C in London. To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Greater London in December, check out the map below.For a closer look at conditions across Greater London, refer to the map below.
Precipitation
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Potters Bar with an average of 59 mm to moderate rainfall in Sutton with 65 mm.Average sunshine
Most areas see fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 54 hours of sunshine in London. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer dimmer, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.For a more detailed look at Greater London's conditions throughout the year, check out our Greater London climate page.
Where to go in Greater London in December
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Check the conditions for any month of the year.
For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit the United Kingdom, check out our Greater London's climate page.
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in December for the 5 most popular destinations in Greater London?
London
In December London generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Croydon
In December Croydon generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Ilford
In December Ilford generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Hounslow
In December Hounslow generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Harrow
In December Harrow generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°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 Greater London, in the United Kingdom.
Is December the best time to visit Greater London?
In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to Greater London with often poor weather in London.
On average, the best time to visit Greater London is in June, July, August and September with generally perfect weather in London. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
Interested in more climate information?
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