Tobermory weather in December (Isle of Mull, Scotland)

Can you expect sunny skies in Tobermory in December? Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

The month of December in Tobermory typically includes low temperatures and heavy rainfall. During the daylight hours, temperatures often reach 9°C. After dark they usually decrease to around 5°C.

Precipitation

Tobermory in December falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 237 mm for the month. Prepare for intense rain this month, as it marks the peak rainfall period. Having a poncho will keep you dry through the downpours. Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 24 days with rain.

Average sunshine

The area experiences limited sunny days, amounting to roughly 31 hours of sunshine. This makes it perfect for those who lean towards cooler, cloudier settings rather than intense sunlit days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Tobermory. June, July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, May, September, October, 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 Tobermory climate page with graphs.

 

Tobermory, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 5°C  

Max Temperature 9°C  

Chance of Rain 81%  

Precipitation 237 mm  

Rainy days 24 days  

Sunshine 31 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Oban, Scotland (43 KM, 27 Miles).

Where to go in Scotland in December

Find out more about the weather in Scotland and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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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

3/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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