Stanley weather in December (Durham, United Kingdom)

What weather conditions can you expect in Stanley this December? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.

Temperatures

The month of December in Stanley typically brings low temperatures and moderate rainfall. December is part of winter. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 8°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 2°C.

Precipitation

Stanley in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 73 mm for the month. Climate data suggests that about 18 days will experience rainfall.

Average sunshine

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're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Stanley. July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Stanley climate page with graphs.

 

Stanley, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 2°C  

Max Temperature 8°C  

Chance of Rain 61%  

Precipitation 73 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Sunshine 53 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Newcastle upon Tyne, the United Kingdom (12 KM, 7 Miles).

Where to go 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.

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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 and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

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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