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Strath Weather in December

December in Strath typically sees daytime highs of 9°C (48°F) and nighttime lows of 4°C (39°F). December falls within the rainy season, so heavy rainfall is to be expected.

Rainfall in Strath in December

As part of the rainy season, Strath sees around 26 days of rain in December, with an average of 200 mm (7.9 in). Rain during the rainy season is significant rather than just light drizzle. Expect proper showers on most rainy days.

Temperature in Strath in December

Expect highs of 9°C (48°F) in Strath in December, with nights dropping to around 4°C (39°F). Cold conditions persist throughout the day, so warm clothing is important from the moment you head outside. 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 Strath in December

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 34 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

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

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Strath Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 4°C (39°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 9°C (48°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 85%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 200 mm (7.9 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 26 days  
SunshineSunshine 34 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Portree, the United Kingdom (44 KM, 27 Miles).

Best Places in the United Kingdom in December

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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 (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 Strath in December

Cold weather calls for smart layering in December. A thermal base layer makes a huge difference in staying warm. Add a wool sweater or fleece, then a wind-resistant outer jacket. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything! You can probably leave your sunglasses at home, because sunny days are pretty rare this month.

What To Do in Strath 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
3/10
Outdoor sports
4/10

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