Temperature in Greater London in December

Daytime highs, nighttime lows and the warmest cities in Greater London, the United Kingdom this December.

Greater London, the United Kingdom, a region in the United Kingdom, typically experiences cold weather in December, with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) in London. December falls during the winter season.

What is the temperature of the different cities in Greater London, the United Kingdom in December?

Explore the map below to discover average December temperatures at the top destinations in Greater London. For a deeper dive, simply click on any destination dot.

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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Greater London, check out our Greater London's climate page.

See also: Greater London weather by month.

Best Places to Visit in Greater London in December

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Avg daytime high -5°C (23°F) cold → 32°C (90°F) hot

Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in December: blue is cold, red is hot.

See all December weather averages, cities and regions in Greater London

Greater London temperatures in December: frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Greater London, the United Kingdom in December?

Daytime temperatures in London typically peak at 9°C (48°F) in December, putting it in the low range.

How cold does it get at night in Greater London, the United Kingdom in December?

London sees nighttime lows close to 3°C (37°F) in December.

How much sun does Greater London, the United Kingdom get in December?

London experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 54 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

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