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Seaham Weather in December

Seaham in December sees low daytime temperatures of 9°C (48°F) and nighttime lows of 4°C (39°F). Rainfall is fairly high this month at around 70 mm (2.8 in), so pack a rain jacket to stay dry.

Rainfall in Seaham in December

You can expect rain on around 17 days based on historical patterns, with 70 mm (2.8 in) average for the month. Rain falls on many days this month, but usually in relatively small amounts. A light waterproof is more useful than a heavy umbrella.

Temperature in Seaham in December

December in Seaham brings typical temperatures with highs around 9°C (48°F) and lows of 4°C (39°F). The month of December belongs to the winter season. It stays cool throughout the day, so warm layers are a good idea from morning to evening. Nights fall to 4°C (39°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 Seaham in December

The month has fewer sunny days, with around 53 hours of sunshine.

December in Seaham 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.

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Seaham Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 4°C (39°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 9°C (48°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 58%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 70 mm (2.8 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
SunshineSunshine 53 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Sunderland, the United Kingdom (8 KM, 5 Miles).

Best Places 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. See all of 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 Seaham in December

Cold weather calls for smart layering in December. A thermal base layer makes a huge difference in staying warm. Add a wool sweater or fleece, then a wind-resistant outer jacket. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Seaham 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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