Weather in December in Gwynedd
Thinking about venturing to Gwynedd this December and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:
What is the weather like in Gwynedd in December?
Gwynedd is a region in the United Kingdom. December in Gwynedd generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy. December falls during the winter season.
Temperatures
The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 8°C in Llandderfel to 11°C in Aberdaron. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 7°C in Aberdaron and 2°C in Llandderfel.
Precipitation
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Colwyn Bay with an average of 103 mm to heavy rainfall in Pistyll with 202 mm. Based on our climate, it is the month with the most precipitation throughout the year in Llandudno.Average sunshine
The city Llandudno usually sees around 26 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.For specific regional insights in Gwynedd for December, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Gwynedd climate page.
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What is the weather like in December for the 5 most popular destinations in Gwynedd?
Llandudno
In December Llandudno generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Betws-y-coed
In December Betws-y-coed generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Criccieth
In December Criccieth generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Conwy
In December Conwy generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Dolgellau
In December Dolgellau generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and high 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 Gwynedd, in the United Kingdom.
Is December the best time to visit Gwynedd?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Llandudno, December may not be the ideal time to visit Gwynedd.
On average, the best time to visit Gwynedd is in July with generally perfect weather in Llandudno. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, November and December tend to be poor.
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