The Orkney Islands, the United Kingdom, a region in the United Kingdom, typically experiences cold weather in December, with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) in Orphir.
Explore the map below to discover average December temperatures at the top destinations in the Orkney Islands. For a deeper dive, simply click on any destination dot.
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Marker color shows the average daytime high temperature in December: blue is cold, red is hot.
Expect daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) in Orphir. That makes December a low month for the Orkney Islands, the United Kingdom.
Nighttime temperatures in Orphir typically drop to around 6°C (43°F) in December.
Most areas see fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 26 hours of sunshine in Orphir. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.
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