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Skegness Weather in December
December in Skegness sees daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and lows of 4°C (39°F) at night. With around 73 mm (2.9 in) of rainfall expected, it's worth packing a rain jacket.
Rainfall in Skegness in December
Records from the past 30 years suggest around 17 days of rain, with 73 mm (2.9 in) average for the month. With rain spread across many days but low totals, showers are typically short and light rather than heavy.
Temperature in Skegness in December
Skegness in December gets highs of 9°C (48°F) during the day and drops to 4°C (39°F) at night. Winter occurs in December. Expect a cold feel throughout the day, not just in the mornings and evenings. Warm layers are essential. At 4°C (39°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.
Sunshine in Skegness in December
The month has fewer sunny days, with around 57 hours of sunshine.December in Skegness 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.
Skegness Temperature in December
Min Temperature
4°C (39°F)
Max Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Chance of Rain
57%
Precipitation
73 mm (2.9 in)
Rainy days
17 days
Sunshine
57 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Peterborough, the United Kingdom (74 KM, 46 Miles).
Skegness Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Skegness typically stay consistent throughout December, with daily highs averaging around 9°C (48°F). Nights are cold, with lows around 2°C (36°F).
Average temperatures in December
Daily Historical Precipitation
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in December
Historical weather records for Skegness in December
Browse day-by-day weather records for Skegness spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Skegness historical weather extremes in December
Based on weather observations in Skegness between 1976 and 2025, these are the recorded extremes during December.
- Skegness recorded its highest December temperature of 19°C (66°F) on December 28, 1987.
- The lowest daytime temperature in December was -5°C (23°F), recorded on December 20, 2010.
- The coldest night in December in Skegness was on December 18, 1981, with a minimum of -14°C (7°F).
- Peak precipitation in December occurred on December 27, 2014, when 30 mm (1.2 in) of precipitation was measured.
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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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 Skegness in December
We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Skegness in December. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.
What To Do in Skegness in December
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Swimming4/10 -
Cycling4/10 -
Walking4/10 -
Camping4/10 -
Outdoor sports4/10
Skegness 3-Day Forecast
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