Taunton weather in December (Somerset, United Kingdom)

Thinking of visiting Taunton in December? Check the weather first! Check out this detailed guide to the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

In December, Taunton typically experiences low temperatures and moderate rainfall. December is a notable month of the winter season. Daytime temperatures hover around 10°C, while nights can cool down to about 4°C.

Precipitation

Taunton in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 76 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 19 days of rain are anticipated.

Average sunshine

With limited sunshine this month, there are about 53 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 Taunton. June, July and August 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 Taunton climate page with graphs.

 

Taunton, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 4°C  

Max Temperature 10°C  

Chance of Rain 62%  

Precipitation 76 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Sunshine 53 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Exeter, the United Kingdom (44 KM, 27 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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