Salford weather in December (United Kingdom)

How does the December weather in Salford compare to other months? Thinking about a visit? Explore this page for a full overview of the weather conditions this month.

Temperatures

In December, Salford typically experiences low temperatures and high rainfall. December is a notable month of the winter season. Daytime temperatures generally settle around 8°C, while nighttime can see a dip to about 2°C.

Precipitation

Salford in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 105 mm for the month. As the month with the highest rainfall, make sure to have an umbrella to manage the showers. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 19 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 45 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Salford. July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Salford, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 2°C  

Max Temperature 8°C  

Chance of Rain 64%  

Precipitation 105 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Humidity 87% *  

Windspeed 14 km/h *  

Sunshine 45 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Manchester, the United Kingdom (15 KM, 9 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

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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?

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