Steep weather in December (United Kingdom)

What kind of weather does December bring to Steep? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.

Temperatures

December in Steep generally includes low temperatures and moderate rainfall. During December, you’ll experience the winter season. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 9°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 3°C.

Precipitation

Steep in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 75 mm for the month. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 17 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The month is characterized by fewer sunny days, with roughly 54 hours hours of sunshine. 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 Steep. June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February 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 Steep climate page with graphs.

 

Steep, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 3°C  

Max Temperature 9°C  

Chance of Rain 58%  

Precipitation 75 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Humidity 91% *  

Sunshine 54 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 16% *  

Data from: Southampton, the United Kingdom (34 KM, 21 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

Interested in more climate information?

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