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Sandown Weather in December

During December, Sandown experiences low daytime temperatures of 11°C (52°F) and cooler nights around 6°C (43°F). As part of the winter season, expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 94 mm (3.7 in) is typical.

Rainfall in Sandown in December

Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 16 days with rain, averaging 94 mm (3.7 in) for the month. Expect a fairly normal spread of rainfall this month, with no particular pattern of very heavy or very persistent showers.

Temperature in Sandown in December

Daytime temperatures in Sandown reach 11°C (52°F) in December, dropping to 6°C (43°F) at night. December is part of the winter season. Temperatures remain on the cold side all day. A proper warm jacket is worth having, not just for evenings. Nights fall to 6°C (43°F), which is cold enough to feel it indoors too. A good thick duvet makes all the difference for a comfortable night's sleep.

Sunshine in Sandown in December

This month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with about 54 hours of sunshine. It's great for those who appreciate cooler, less sunny days.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. July and August typically offer the best weather for Sandown.

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Sandown Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 6°C (43°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 11°C (52°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 53%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 94 mm (3.7 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 91% *  
SunshineSunshine 54 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 16% *  
* Data from: Southampton, the United Kingdom (33 KM, 20 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 Sandown in December

The weather can be unpredictable in December, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. With limited sunshine expected, sunglasses aren't a priority for packing.

What To Do in Sandown in December

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

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
6/10

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