December Rainfall and Precipitation in The Highlands
Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in the Highlands, the United Kingdom in December.
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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.
The Highlands precipitation in December: frequently asked questions
How much rainfall does the Highlands, the United Kingdom receive in December?
Inverness sees moderate rainfall in December, averaging around 92 mm (3.6 in). Most days stay dry, with the occasional shower.
How many days does it rain in the Highlands, the United Kingdom in December?
Expect around 20 days rainy days in Inverness during December.
Is December part of the rainy season in the Highlands, the United Kingdom?
No. December sits outside the typical rainy season in the Highlands, the United Kingdom, so you can expect drier conditions overall.
What is the wettest city in December in the Highlands, the United Kingdom?
Arisaig is the wettest city in the Highlands, the United Kingdom in December according to our database, with average rainfall of around 262 mm (10 in).
What is the driest city in December in the Highlands, the United Kingdom?
Based on our database, Balintore sees the least rainfall in the Highlands, the United Kingdom in December, with around 71 mm (2.8 in) on average.
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