Lancashire weather in December
Considering a trip to Lancashire this December and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Lancashire in December?
Lancashire is a region in the United Kingdom. December in Lancashire generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy. During December, winter is in full swing.
The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 7°C in Gisburn to 9°C in Blackpool. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 5°C in Blackpool and 2°C in Gisburn.
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Ramsbottom with an average of 117 mm to heavy rainfall in Fleetwood with 162 mm. Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month sees the heaviest rainfall of the year in Blackpool. Most cities witness limited sunny days, expect roughly 49 hours of sunlight in Blackpool. This low amount of sunlight is perfect for those who lean towards dimmer, cloudier weather rather than intense sunny days.
To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Lancashire in December, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our Lancashire climate page.
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Average weather in Blackpool
In December Blackpool generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Lytham St Annes
In December Lytham St Annes generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Morecambe
In December Morecambe 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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Average weather in Lancaster
In December Lancaster generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Chorley
In December Chorley generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°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 Lancashire, in the United Kingdom.
Is December the best time to visit Lancashire?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Blackpool, December may not be the ideal time to visit Lancashire.
Generally speaking, May, June, July and August provide tolerable weather in Blackpool. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
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