Weather in December in West Yorkshire
Are you planning a trip a to West Yorkshire in December and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in West Yorkshire in December?
West Yorkshire is a region in the United Kingdom. December in West Yorkshire 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 8°C and nighttime temperatures around 2°C in Leeds.For a closer look at conditions across West Yorkshire, refer to the map below.
Precipitation
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Darrington with an average of 65 mm to high rainfall in Todmorden with 112 mm.Average sunshine
Most areas see fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 24 hours of sunshine in Leeds. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer dimmer, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.For a more detailed look at West Yorkshire's conditions throughout the year, check out our West Yorkshire climate page.
Where to go in West Yorkshire in December
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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit the United Kingdom, check out our West Yorkshire's climate page.
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in December for the 5 most popular destinations in West Yorkshire?
Leeds
In December Leeds 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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Haworth
In December Haworth generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Wakefield
In December Wakefield 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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Holmfirth
In December Holmfirth generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Ilkley
In December Ilkley generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°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 West Yorkshire, in the United Kingdom.
Is December the best time to visit West Yorkshire?
In our view, December might not be the best time to travel to West Yorkshire with often poor weather in Leeds.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July and August offering mostly perfect weather in Leeds. 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 West Yorkshire.
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