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Salisbury Weather in December

December in Salisbury averages 9°C (48°F) during the day and 3°C (37°F) at night. Quite a bit of rainfall is typical this month, with around 75 mm (3 in) on average. An umbrella is a good idea.

Rainfall in Salisbury in December

On average, there are about 17 days with rain during this month, averaging 75 mm (3 in). With rain spread across many days but low totals, showers are typically short and light rather than heavy.

Temperature in Salisbury in December

December in Salisbury brings typical temperatures with highs around 9°C (48°F) and lows of 3°C (37°F). During December, you'll experience the winter season. It stays cool throughout the day, so warm layers are a good idea from morning to evening. With lows around 3°C (37°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Salisbury in December

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 55 hours of sunshine.

December in Salisbury has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

Salisbury Temperature in December

Min Temperature
3°C (37°F)
Max Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Chance of Rain
57%
Precipitation
75 mm (3 in)
Rainy days
17 days
Sunshine
55 hours
Percentage Sunshine

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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 Salisbury in December

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Salisbury 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. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Salisbury 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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