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Swanage weather in December (Dorset, United Kingdom)

How's the weather trend in Swanage as December approaches? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.

Temperatures

In December, the weather in Swanage generally includes low temperatures and high rainfall. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 11°C, while the nights will see a decline to about 7°C.

Precipitation

Swanage in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 101 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect 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 prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Swanage. July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Swanage, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 7°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 11°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 56%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 101 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 91% *  
SunshineSunshine 54 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 16% *  
Data from: Southampton, the United Kingdom (51 KM, 31 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?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
5/10

Interested in more climate information?

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