December Rainfall and Precipitation in Greater Manchester

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

Greater Manchester, the United Kingdom, a region in the United Kingdom, experiences precipitation in December ranging from moderate in Manchester (97 mm (3.8 in)) to high in Bury (113 mm (4.4 in)). December is a winter month. On average, December is the wettest month of the year in Greater Manchester, the United Kingdom.

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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 Manchester precipitation in December: frequently asked questions

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

In December, Manchester typically receives modest rainfall, around 97 mm (3.8 in), making this a relatively dry month.

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

Expect around 19 days rainy days in Manchester during December.

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

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

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

In our database, Bury stands out as having an average rainfall level of 113 mm (4.4 in), making it the wettest location.

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

In our records, Manchester stands out as the driest city in Greater Manchester, the United Kingdom for December, averaging just 97 mm (3.8 in).

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