Westgate weather in December (Durham, United Kingdom)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Westgate during December? Check out our in-depth weather guide for this month.

Temperatures

In December, Westgate typically experiences low temperatures and moderate rainfall. December is part of winter. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 7°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 1°C.

Precipitation

Westgate in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 96 mm for the month. As the month with the most rain, you'll want to have an umbrella with you to manage the frequent showers. Expect around 21 days of rain based on historical data.

Average sunshine

The area sees fewer sunny days, with a projection of about 53 hours of sunshine. This reduced sunlight makes it ideal for those who prefer cooler, overcast conditions over bright sunny days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Westgate. July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Westgate, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 1°C  

Max Temperature 7°C  

Chance of Rain 70%  

Precipitation 96 mm  

Rainy days 21 days  

Sunshine 53 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Newcastle upon Tyne, the United Kingdom (42 KM, 26 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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