Sale weather in December (Greater Manchester, United Kingdom)

Wondering what the weather is like in Sale during December? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.

Temperatures

In December, Sale tends to experience low temperatures and high rainfall. December is known for being in the winter season. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 8°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 2°C.

Precipitation

Sale in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 101 mm for the month. With this being the rainiest month, having an umbrella is essential to avoid unexpected rain. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 19 days with rain.

Average sunshine

This month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with about 45 hours of sunshine. It's great for those who appreciate cooler, less sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Sale. July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Sale climate page with graphs.

 

Sale, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 2°C  

Max Temperature 8°C  

Chance of Rain 63%  

Precipitation 101 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Humidity 87% *  

Windspeed 14 km/h *  

Sunshine 45 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Manchester, the United Kingdom (8 KM, 5 Miles).

Where to go in the United Kingdom in December

Find out more about the weather in the United Kingdom and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

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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 and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

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

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

3/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Sale.

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