Sandside weather in December (Cumbria, United Kingdom)

What should you pack for a trip to Sandside in December? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

Typically, December in Sandside includes low temperatures and high rainfall. December is typically considered a winter month. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 8°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 3°C.

Precipitation

Sandside in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 156 mm for the month. Prepare for the heaviest rain of the year this month, which often comes in heavy showers. A poncho is a smart choice to stay dry. Climate data suggests that about 20 days will experience rainfall.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 49 hours hours of sunshine. Ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Sandside. May, July and August typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, March, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Sandside, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 3°C  

Max Temperature 8°C  

Chance of Rain 65%  

Precipitation 156 mm  

Rainy days 20 days  

Sunshine 49 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Blackpool, the United Kingdom (47 KM, 29 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.

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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 Sandside.

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