Tomintoul Weather in December

Thinking of visiting Tomintoul in December? Expect low temperatures reaching 5°C (41°F) during the day, dropping to -1°C (30°F) at night, and note that quite a bit of snow/rainfall is likely.

Rainfall in Tomintoul in December

Typically, about 22 days will experience snow/rainfall, with an average of 87 mm (3.4 in) for the month. Rain is frequent but mostly light this month, with brief showers more common than heavy downpours.

Temperature in Tomintoul in December

Temperatures in Tomintoul in December top out at 5°C (41°F) and drop to -1°C (30°F) overnight. December is a notable month of the winter season. It stays cool throughout the day, so warm layers are a good idea from morning to evening. At -1°C (30°F) overnight, frost and ice are likely outside. Indoors, consider packing an extra blanket if you're unsure about the heating.

Sunshine in Tomintoul in December

The city usually sees around 27 hours of sunlight, indicating fewer sunny days.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. July and September typically offer the best weather for Tomintoul.

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Tomintoul Temperature in December

Min Temperature -1°C (30°F)  

Max Temperature 5°C (41°F)  

Chance of Rain 72%  

Precipitation 87 mm (3.4 in)  

Rainy days 22 days  

Sunshine 27 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Inverness, the United Kingdom (56 KM, 34 Miles).

What to Wear in Tomintoul in December

We recommend to layer up for chilly conditions in Tomintoul in December. You could start with thermal underwear or a good base layer to keep your core warm on the cooler days this month. Maybe also add a sweater or fleece, and top it off with a windproof jacket. High rain levels are expected, so pack waterproof gear and an umbrella or poncho. With limited sunshine expected, sunglasses aren't a priority for packing.

What To Do in Tomintoul in December

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

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

3/10

Walking

3/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

3/10

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