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Swanmore Weather in December

December in Swanmore averages 10°C (50°F) during the day and 4°C (39°F) at night. Quite a bit of rainfall is typical this month, with around 78 mm (3.1 in) on average. An umbrella is a good idea.

Rainfall in Swanmore in December

Typically, about 16 days will experience rainfall, with an average of 78 mm (3.1 in) for the month. Rain is frequent but mostly light this month, with brief showers more common than heavy downpours.

Temperature in Swanmore in December

If you're visiting Swanmore in December, expect highs of 10°C (50°F) and overnight lows around 4°C (39°F). The winter season is characteristic of December. Expect a cold feel throughout the day, not just in the mornings and evenings. Warm layers are essential. 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 Swanmore in December

The city usually sees around 54 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

Average water temperature in December

At 12°C (54°F), the water is too cold for most people to swim comfortably. A wetsuit is pretty much essential if you plan to go in.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Swanmore. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Swanmore Temperature in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 4°C (39°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 10°C (50°F)  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 12°C (54°F) *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 55%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 78 mm (3.1 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 91% *  
SunshineSunshine 54 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 16% *  
* Data from: Southampton, the United Kingdom (16 KM, 10 Miles).

Best Places in the United Kingdom in December

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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 Swanmore 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. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. Expect water temperatures of around 12°C (54°F), which is definitely too cold for comfortable swimming. Your luggage space is better used for other items. Sunglasses aren't essential this month, though you might want them for the occasional bright moment.

What To Do in Swanmore 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
4/10
Outdoor sports
4/10

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