Weather in December in Isle of Wight
Are you planning a trip a to Isle of Wight in December and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Isle of Wight in December?
Isle of Wight 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 and nighttime temperatures around 6°C in Shanklin. To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Isle of Wight in December, check out the map below.For specific regional insights in Isle of Wight, 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 to high rainfall in Totland with 105 mm.Average sunshine
Most areas see fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 54 hours of sunshine in Shanklin. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer dimmer, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.For more details on the yearly climate, visit our Isle of Wight climate page.
Where to go in Isle of Wight in December





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Popular destinations
What is the weather like in December for the 5 most popular destinations in Isle of Wight?
Shanklin
In December Shanklin generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
Sandown
In December Sandown generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
Ventnor
In December Ventnor generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.
Cowes
In December Cowes generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Freshwater
In December Freshwater generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is December the best time to visit Isle of Wight?
In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to Isle of Wight with often unpleasant weather in Shanklin.
On average, the best time to visit Isle of Wight 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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