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Rottingdean Weather in December

Rottingdean in December averages 11°C (52°F) during the day and 6°C (43°F) at night. This is part of the winter season, and quite a bit of rainfall is expected this month.

Rainfall in Rottingdean in December

Historically, approximately 17 days this month are expected to have rain, averaging 103 mm (4.1 in). Wet weather is a regular and significant part of this month. Frequent days of rain combined with high totals means proper waterproofs are worth packing.

Temperature in Rottingdean in December

Rottingdean in December gets highs of 11°C (52°F) during the day and drops to 6°C (43°F) at night. During December, you'll experience the winter season. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. With overnight lows of 6°C (43°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Average water temperature in December

The water temperature is only 12°C (54°F) this month, cold enough that most people will want to stay out. Hardy swimmers may manage a quick dip, but it won't be comfortable.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Rottingdean. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Rottingdean Temperature in December

Min Temperature
6°C (43°F)
Max Temperature
11°C (52°F)
Water Temperature
12°C (54°F) *
Chance of Rain
55%
Precipitation
103 mm (4.1 in)
Rainy days
17 days
* Data from: Brighton & Hove, the United Kingdom (6 KM, 4 Miles).

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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).

What to Wear in Rottingdean in December

Pack for changing conditions in Rottingdean in December. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. With water temperatures around 12°C (54°F), the water is quite cold for swimming. You can skip the swimwear unless you're particularly tough.

What To Do in Rottingdean in December

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Cycling
    5/10
  • Walking
    5/10
  • Barbeque
    2/10
  • Camping
    3/10
  • Outdoor sports
    5/10

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