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Sawdon Weather in December

During December, Sawdon experiences low daytime temperatures of 8°C (46°F) and cooler nights around 4°C (39°F). As part of the winter season, expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 78 mm (3.1 in) is typical.

Rainfall in Sawdon in December

Expect around 21 days of rain based on historical data, with 78 mm (3.1 in) average. This is a month with many wet days but modest rainfall totals, so showers are generally light and easy to manage.

Temperature in Sawdon in December

Daytime temperatures in Sawdon reach 8°C (46°F) in December, dropping to 4°C (39°F) at night. The month of December belongs to the winter season. Temperatures remain on the cold side all day. A proper warm jacket is worth having, not just for evenings. With lows around 4°C (39°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Sawdon in December

This month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with about 52 hours of sunshine. It's great for those who appreciate cooler, less sunny days.

Average water temperature in December

The water sits at 8°C (46°F) this month, which is well below what most people consider swimmable. Wetsuits help, but expect it to still feel cold.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Sawdon. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Sawdon Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 4°C (39°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 8°C (46°F)  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 8°C (46°F) *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 69%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 78 mm (3.1 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 21 days  
SunshineSunshine 52 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 16% *  
* Data from: Scarborough, the United Kingdom (15 KM, 9 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 Sawdon in December

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Sawdon 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. Expect water temperatures of around 8°C (46°F), which is definitely too cold for comfortable swimming. Your luggage space is better used for other items. Sunglasses aren't essential this month, though you might want them for the occasional bright moment.

What To Do in Sawdon 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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