Weather in December in Tyne and Wear
Planning a getaway to Tyne and Wear 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 Tyne and Wear in December?
Tyne and Wear is a region in the United Kingdom. December in Tyne and Wear generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation. During December, winter is in full swing.
Temperatures
You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 8°C and nighttime temperatures around 3°C in Newcastle upon Tyne.
Precipitation
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in South Shields with an average of 66 mm to moderate rainfall in Wylam with 74 mm.Average sunshine
Most cities witness limited sunny days, expect roughly 53 hours of sunlight in Newcastle upon Tyne. This low amount of sunlight is perfect for those who lean towards dimmer, cloudier weather rather than intense sunny days.For specific regional insights in Tyne and Wear for December, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Tyne and Wear climate page.
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What is the weather like in December for the 5 most popular destinations in Tyne and Wear?
Newcastle upon Tyne
In December Newcastle upon Tyne generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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South Shields
In December South Shields generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Whitley Bay
In December Whitley Bay generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Gateshead
In December Gateshead generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Tynemouth
In December Tynemouth generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°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 Tyne and Wear, in the United Kingdom.
Is December the best time to visit Tyne and Wear?
In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit Tyne and Wear due to the typically poor weather in Newcastle upon Tyne.
On average, the best time to visit Tyne and Wear is in July and August with generally perfect weather in Newcastle upon Tyne. The weather in January, February, March and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
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