Strachan weather in December (Grampian, United Kingdom)

What weather conditions can you expect in Strachan this December? Our guide gives you the essential weather details for this month.

Temperatures

December in Strachan generally includes low temperatures and moderate rainfall. December is known for being in the winter season. During the day, temperatures can climb to about 7°C. At night, they may fall to a cooler 2°C.

Precipitation

Strachan in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 73 mm for the month. Historically, the month has about 19 days of rain.

Average sunshine

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 48 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 Strachan. 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 Strachan climate page with graphs.

 

Strachan, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 2°C  

Max Temperature 7°C  

Chance of Rain 62%  

Precipitation 73 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Humidity 83% *  

Sunshine 48 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 22% *  

Data from: Aberdeen, Scotland (28 KM, 17 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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