South Yorkshire weather in December
Planning a getaway to South Yorkshire this December and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:
What is the weather like in South Yorkshire in December?
South Yorkshire is a region in the United Kingdom. December in South Yorkshire generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. December falls during the winter season.
You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 8°C and nighttime temperatures around 2°C in Rotherham.
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Thorne with an average of 60 mm to moderate rainfall in Penistone with 82 mm. The city Rotherham usually sees around 47 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.
To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of South Yorkshire in December, check out the map below. For more details on the yearly weather, visit our South Yorkshire climate page.
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Average weather in Rotherham
In December Rotherham generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Bawtry
In December Bawtry generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Barnsley
In December Barnsley generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Chapeltown
In December Chapeltown generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Mosborough
In December Mosborough generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and moderate 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 South Yorkshire, in the United Kingdom.
Is December the best time to visit South Yorkshire?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Rotherham, December may not be the ideal time to visit South Yorkshire.
Generally speaking, July and August provide perfect weather in Rotherham. On the other hand, the months of January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
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