Merseyside Weather in December

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

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Planning a journey to Merseyside, the United Kingdom this December and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Merseyside in December

Merseyside, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. December in Merseyside generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high. During December, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 9°C (48°F) and nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) in Liverpool.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Merseyside, the United Kingdom, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Hale with an average of 89 mm (3.5 in) to high rainfall in Southport with 140 mm (5.5 in). Going by our weather data, it is the wettest month of the year in Liverpool.

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. Liverpool receives around 48 hours of sunlight. If you prefer more sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations.

Explore Merseyside by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Merseyside — and find the best time to visit. (based on Liverpool)

January9°C (48°F) February9°C (48°F) March11°C (52°F) April13°C (55°F) May16°C (61°F) June18°C (64°F) This monthJuly20°C (68°F) August20°C (68°F) September18°C (64°F) October15°C (59°F) November11°C (52°F) December9°C (48°F)
Best Time to Visit Merseyside →

Best Places to Visit in Merseyside in December

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

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 Merseyside

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

Temperature range in Merseyside (December)

Precipitation variation in Merseyside (December)

Liverpool

In December Liverpool generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
66 hours
48 hours
55 hours
Monthly rainfall
105 mm (4.1 in)
110 mm (4.3 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Liverpool →

Southport

In December Southport generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
5°C (41°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
62 hours
49 hours
57 hours
Monthly rainfall
137 mm (5.4 in)
140 mm (5.5 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Southport →

Birkenhead

In December Birkenhead generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
66 hours
48 hours
55 hours
Monthly rainfall
104 mm (4.1 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Birkenhead →

Wallasey

In December Wallasey generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
66 hours
48 hours
55 hours
Monthly rainfall
111 mm (4.4 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Wallasey →

Hale

In December Hale generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
3°C (37°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
66 hours
48 hours
55 hours
Monthly rainfall
86 mm (3.4 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Hale →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Merseyside, in the United Kingdom.

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 Merseyside in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Liverpool 9°C (48°F) 4°C (39°F) 110 mm (4.3 in)
Southport 9°C (48°F) 5°C (41°F) 140 mm (5.5 in)
Birkenhead 9°C (48°F) 4°C (39°F) 109 mm (4.3 in)
Wallasey 9°C (48°F) 4°C (39°F) 115 mm (4.5 in)
Hale 9°C (48°F) 3°C (37°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Haydock 9°C (48°F) 3°C (37°F) 102 mm (4 in)

Merseyside weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Merseyside, the United Kingdom in December?

December in Merseyside, the United Kingdom brings poor weather. In Liverpool, daytime temperatures are typically around 9°C (48°F) and nighttime lows hover near 4°C (39°F).

What is the average temperature in Merseyside, the United Kingdom in December?

Average temperatures in Merseyside, the United Kingdom during December range from a nighttime low near 4°C (39°F) to a daytime high around 9°C (48°F) in Liverpool.

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

Merseyside, the United Kingdom sees substantial rainfall in December. Liverpool typically averages about 110 mm (4.3 in), a mix of wet and dry days, but bring an umbrella.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Merseyside, the United Kingdom?

In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit Merseyside, the United Kingdom due to the typically poor weather in Liverpool.

Generally speaking, July provides perfect weather in Liverpool. On the other hand, the months of January, February, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Merseyside.

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