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Scarborough Weather in December

Scarborough in December averages 21°C (70°F) during the day and 17°C (63°F) at night. Some rainfall is typical for this time of year.

Rainfall in Scarborough in December

You can expect rain on roughly 6 days based on historical data, averaging 19 mm (0.7 in) for the month. Rain days are few and the total is low, so this is a largely dry month. Any showers that do occur tend to be brief.

Temperature in Scarborough in December

Scarborough in December has excellent weather. Days reach 21°C (70°F) and nights cool to 17°C (63°F). The difference between afternoon and evening temperatures is usually noticeable. Nights drop to around 17°C (63°F), which is noticeably cooler than the daytime. A light jacket for the evening is a sensible addition, and the cool nights tend to make sleeping comfortable.

Sunshine in Scarborough in December

Enjoy a sunny month with about 334 hours of sunshine, the clear skies make Scarborough even more beautiful.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, December is one of the best months to visit Scarborough.

Scarborough Temperature in December

Min Temperature
17°C (63°F)
Max Temperature
21°C (70°F)
Chance of Rain
21%
Precipitation
19 mm (0.7 in)
Rainy days
6 days
Humidity
71% *
Sunshine
334 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
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* Data from: Cape Town, South Africa (33 KM, 20 Miles).

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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 Scarborough in December

Pleasant temperatures in December mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. With minimal rainfall expected, you can leave the rain gear at home. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Scarborough in December

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

  • Cycling
    10/10
  • Walking
    10/10
  • Barbeque
    9/10
  • Camping
    10/10
  • Outdoor sports
    10/10

Scarborough 3-Day Forecast

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