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Stanley Weather in December

In Stanley, December brings low daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), with nights cooling to 2°C (36°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall this month.

Rainfall in Stanley in December

Historically, approximately 18 days this month are expected to have rain, averaging 73 mm (2.9 in). Rain is frequent but mostly light this month, with brief showers more common than heavy downpours.

Temperature in Stanley in December

Daytime temperatures in Stanley reach 8°C (46°F) in December, dropping to 2°C (36°F) at night. The month of December belongs to the winter season. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. With overnight lows of 2°C (36°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Stanley in December

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 53 hours of sun. It's ideal for those who prefer a cooler, cloudier climate.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Stanley. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Stanley Temperature in December

Min Temperature
2°C (36°F)
Max Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Chance of Rain
61%
Precipitation
73 mm (2.9 in)
Rainy days
18 days
Sunshine
53 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Newcastle upon Tyne, the United Kingdom (12 KM, 7 Miles).

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Best Places in 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 Stanley in December

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Stanley 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 Stanley 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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