December Rainfall and Precipitation in Greater London

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

Greater London, the United Kingdom, a region in the United Kingdom, experiences precipitation in December ranging from moderate in Potters Bar (59 mm (2.3 in)) to moderate in Sutton (65 mm (2.6 in)). December is a winter month.

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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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Greater London precipitation in December: frequently asked questions

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

Rainfall in London during December is on the lighter side, averaging about 63 mm (2.5 in). Expect predominantly dry weather punctuated by short showers.

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

London sees roughly 16 days rainy days during December.

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

No. December sits outside the typical rainy season in Greater London, the United Kingdom, so you can expect drier conditions overall.

What is the wettest city in December in Greater London, the United Kingdom?

Looking at our data, Sutton tops the wettest-cities list in Greater London, the United Kingdom for December, with monthly rainfall averaging 65 mm (2.6 in).

What is the driest city in December in Greater London, the United Kingdom?

Potters Bar is the driest city we have data for in Greater London, the United Kingdom in December, with monthly rainfall close to 59 mm (2.3 in).

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