Shropshire Weather in December

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

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Shrewsbury Telford Bridgnorth Ironbridge

Considering a trip to Shropshire, the United Kingdom this December and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Shropshire in December

Shropshire, the United Kingdom is a region in the United Kingdom. December in Shropshire generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. December is a winter month.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 9°C (48°F) and nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) in Shrewsbury.

To explore the conditions in Shropshire, the United Kingdom in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Highley with an average of 69 mm (2.7 in) to moderate rainfall in Llanvair Waterdine with 87 mm (3.4 in).

Average sunshine

Many places experience limited sunshine during this period. Shrewsbury receives around 37 hours of sunlight. If you prefer more sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations.

Explore Shropshire by month

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

January8°C (46°F) February9°C (48°F) March11°C (52°F) April14°C (57°F) May17°C (63°F) June19°C (66°F) This monthJuly21°C (70°F) August21°C (70°F) September19°C (66°F) October15°C (59°F) November11°C (52°F) December9°C (48°F)
Best Time to Visit Shropshire →

Best Places to Visit in Shropshire in December

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

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 Shropshire

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

Temperature range in Shropshire (December)

Precipitation variation in Shropshire (December)

Shrewsbury

In December Shrewsbury 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)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
59 hours
37 hours
49 hours
Monthly rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Shrewsbury →

Telford

In December Telford 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)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
59 hours
37 hours
49 hours
Monthly rainfall
69 mm (2.7 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
18 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Telford →

Bridgnorth

In December Bridgnorth 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)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
59 hours
37 hours
49 hours
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
18 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Bridgnorth →

Ironbridge

In December Ironbridge 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)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
59 hours
37 hours
49 hours
Monthly rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
18 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Ironbridge →

Ludlow

In December Ludlow generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°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)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
2°C (36°F)
2°C (36°F)
Monthly sun hours
59 hours
37 hours
49 hours
Monthly rainfall
72 mm (2.8 in)
71 mm (2.8 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
19 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Ludlow →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Shropshire, 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 Shropshire in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Shrewsbury 9°C (48°F) 3°C (37°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Telford 9°C (48°F) 3°C (37°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Bridgnorth 9°C (48°F) 3°C (37°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Ironbridge 9°C (48°F) 3°C (37°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Ludlow 9°C (48°F) 2°C (36°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Oswestry 8°C (46°F) 3°C (37°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)

Shropshire weather in December: frequently asked questions

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

In December, Shropshire, the United Kingdom generally has poor weather conditions. Shrewsbury sees daytime temperatures near 9°C (48°F), with nights cooling to roughly 3°C (37°F).

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

In Shrewsbury, the average daytime high in December is 9°C (48°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 3°C (37°F).

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

Not particularly. Shrewsbury averages just 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain in December, making it a mostly dry month for Shropshire, the United Kingdom.

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

In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to Shropshire, the United Kingdom with often poor weather in Shrewsbury.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Shrewsbury. The weather in January, February and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Shropshire.

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