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Rudyard Weather in December

During December, Rudyard experiences low daytime temperatures of 8°C (46°F) and cooler nights around 2°C (36°F). As part of the winter season, expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 85 mm (3.3 in) is typical.

Rainfall in Rudyard in December

Rain is expected on roughly 20 days, totalling around 85 mm (3.3 in) for the month. Expect plenty of grey, overcast days rather than intense storms. The rain rarely amounts to much on any given day.

Temperature in Rudyard in December

Daytime highs in Rudyard in December reach 8°C (46°F), with nights around 2°C (36°F). December is typically considered a winter month. Expect a cold feel throughout the day, not just in the mornings and evenings. Warm layers are essential. With lows around 2°C (36°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Rudyard in December

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 45 hours of sunshine.

December in Rudyard has its charm. However, if you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations in the world.

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Rudyard Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 2°C (36°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 8°C (46°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 65%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 85 mm (3.3 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 20 days  
HumidityHumidity 87% *  
SunshineSunshine 45 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Manchester, the United Kingdom (28 KM, 17 Miles).

Best Places in the United Kingdom in December

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Legend 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).

What to Wear in Rudyard in December

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Rudyard in December. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. With limited sunshine expected, sunglasses aren't a priority for packing.

What To Do in Rudyard in December

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

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
4/10
Walking
4/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
4/10

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