Isle of Wight Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Isle of Wight, the United Kingdom in December.

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Shanklin Sandown Cowes Ventnor

Are you planning a trip a to Isle of Wight, the United Kingdom in December and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Isle of Wight in December

Isle of Wight, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. December in Isle of Wight generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. December is a winter month.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 11°C (52°F) and nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) in Shanklin.

For specific regional insights in Isle of Wight, the United Kingdom, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in East Cowes with an average of 81 mm (3.2 in) to high rainfall in Totland with 105 mm (4.1 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine hours are generally lower in most areas during December. Shanklin experiences about 54 hours of sunlight. If you're looking for brighter destinations, our weather planner can suggest better options.

Explore Isle of Wight by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Isle of Wight — and find the best time to visit. (based on Shanklin)

January10°C (50°F) February10°C (50°F) March11°C (52°F) April13°C (55°F) May16°C (61°F) June18°C (64°F) This monthJuly20°C (68°F) August21°C (70°F) September19°C (66°F) October16°C (61°F) November13°C (55°F) December11°C (52°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Isle of Wight in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Isle of Wight.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Isle of Wight

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Isle of Wight, the United Kingdom?

Temperature range in Isle of Wight (December)

Precipitation variation in Isle of Wight (December)

Shanklin

In December Shanklin generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
77 hours
54 hours
63 hours
Monthly rainfall
106 mm (4.2 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Shanklin →

Sandown

In December Sandown generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
77 hours
54 hours
63 hours
Monthly rainfall
104 mm (4.1 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Sandown →

Cowes

In December Cowes generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
10°C (50°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
5°C (41°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
77 hours
54 hours
63 hours
Monthly rainfall
89 mm (3.5 in)
82 mm (3.2 in)
77 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Cowes →

Ventnor

In December Ventnor generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
77 hours
54 hours
63 hours
Monthly rainfall
110 mm (4.3 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Ventnor →

Freshwater

In December Freshwater generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
77 hours
54 hours
63 hours
Monthly rainfall
118 mm (4.6 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Freshwater →

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In our records: the United Kingdom December extremes

Notable December records observed across cities in the United Kingdom in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the coldest December daytime high in the United Kingdom was -10°C (14°F) in Glasgow on December 29, 1995.
  • From our sources, the wettest December day in the United Kingdom brought 301 mm (12 in) in Belfast on December 4, 1982.

Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Isle of Wight in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Shanklin 11°C (52°F) 6°C (43°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)
Sandown 11°C (52°F) 6°C (43°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Cowes 10°C (50°F) 5°C (41°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Ventnor 11°C (52°F) 7°C (45°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Freshwater 11°C (52°F) 6°C (43°F) 105 mm (4.1 in)
Newport 11°C (52°F) 6°C (43°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)

Isle of Wight weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Isle of Wight, the United Kingdom in December?

Isle of Wight, the United Kingdom typically experiences unpleasant weather in December, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Shanklin average around 11°C (52°F), and temperatures drop to about 6°C (43°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Isle of Wight, the United Kingdom in December?

Daytime temperatures in Shanklin peak at roughly 11°C (52°F) in December, dropping to about 6°C (43°F) overnight.

Does Isle of Wight, the United Kingdom get a lot of rain in December?

Not particularly. Shanklin averages just 95 mm (3.7 in) of rain in December, making it a mostly dry month for Isle of Wight, the United Kingdom.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Isle of Wight, the United Kingdom?

In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to Isle of Wight, the United Kingdom with often unpleasant weather in Shanklin.

On average, the best time to visit Isle of Wight, the United Kingdom is in July and August with generally perfect weather in Shanklin. The weather in January, February and November, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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