London in december: average Weather, Temperature and Climate
Weather in London in december 2024
The weather in London in december comes from statistical datas on the last years. You can view the weather statistics the entire month, but also by using the tabs for the beginning, the middle and the end of the month.
Average weather throughout december
very bad weather 37.9cm
Weather at 6am
43°F
Cloudy
30% of time
22%
21%
11%
Weather at 12pm
47°F
Cloudy
35% of time
27%
23%
7%
Weather at 6pm
43°F
Cloudy
32% of time
25%
20%
9%
Weather at 3am
43°F
23%
23%
21%
14%
Evolution of daily average temperature and precipitation in London in december
These charts show the evolution of average minimum/maximum temperatures as well as average daily precipitation volume in London in december.
The climate of London in december is very bad
December is the wettest month of the year. Not only is the cold feeling more and more felt, but the rainy episodes are also more frequent. With the duration of the day that is shortening rapidly, sunny moments are rare. The climate throughout December in London is barely adequate.
London at the Beginning of December
During the first days of December, the relatively rare rains give way either to sunny days or to a rather thick cloud cover. Either way, the weather in London in December is still acceptable during the first ten day period.
London in the Middle of December
By the middle of December, the weather has deteriorated slightly. Not only is it cold but the rains fall frequently, especially in the evening. Thus, it is not unusual that the magnificent morning is succeeded by a cloudy midday and ending by rainy episodes.
London at the End of December
Cloud coverings with rare appearances of the sun: this is what characterizes the weather in London throughout December. To the cold is added the morning rainy episodes. Even if the rains regress over the hours, the rest of the day is often dominated by grey clouds.
Seasonal average climate and temperature of London in december
Check below seasonal norms These statistics are generated from the weather statements of the last years of the month of december.
| December | |||||
| Outside temperature | |||||
| Average temperature | 45°F | ||||
| Highest temperature | 49°F | ||||
| Lowest temperature | 41°F | ||||
| Highest record temperature | 59°F (2015) | ||||
| Lowest record temperature | 20°F (2010) | ||||
| Number of days at -32°F | 4 day(s) (13%) | ||||
| Sea temperature | |||||
| Average sea temperature | 54°F | ||||
| Lowest sea temperature | 50°F | ||||
| Highest sea temperature | 57°F | ||||
| Wind | |||||
| Wind speed | 21km/h | ||||
| Wind temperature | 36°F | ||||
| Precipitation (rainfall) | |||||
| Rainfall | 2.8in | ||||
| Number of days with rainfall | 5 day(s) (15%) | ||||
| Record daily rainfall | 1in (2019) | ||||
| Snowfall | 37.9cm | ||||
| Other climate data | |||||
| Humidity | 91% | ||||
| Visibility | 8.52km | ||||
| Cloud cover | 59% | ||||
| UV index | 3 | ||||
| Daily sunshine hours | 6 | ||||
| Sunrise and sunset | |||||
| Time of sunrise | 08:00 | ||||
| Time of sunset | 15:52 | ||||
| Length of day | 07:52 | ||||
| Our opinion about the weather in december | |||||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad | ||||
How was the weather last december?
Here is the day by day recorded weather in London in december 2023:
34°F to 40°F
32°F to 38°F
40°F to 47°F
43°F to 45°F
41°F to 43°F
38°F to 41°F
43°F to 47°F
45°F to 50°F
49°F to 54°F
45°F to 50°F
49°F to 50°F
49°F to 52°F
45°F to 47°F
40°F to 45°F
41°F to 45°F
43°F to 50°F
47°F to 50°F
49°F to 54°F
50°F to 54°F
45°F to 50°F
52°F to 54°F
50°F to 52°F
50°F to 52°F
54°F to 56°F
54°F to 56°F
45°F to 52°F
50°F to 54°F
50°F to 52°F
49°F to 50°F
43°F to 52°F
45°F to 52°F
Map: other cities in England in december
Cities near London:
| Tunbridge Wells in december | bad weather |
| Maidstone in december | bad weather |
| Southend-on-Sea in december | bad weather |
| Brighton in december | bad weather |
| Worthing in december | bad weather |
| Cambridge in december | very bad weather |
| Chilham in december | bad weather |
| Oxford in december | very bad weather |
| Colchester in december | very bad weather |
| Eastbourne in december | bad weather |
| Seven Sisters in december | bad weather |
| Hastings in december | bad weather |
Click over cities on the map for information about the weather in december.
London
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Weather data for London in december:
Weather data for London for december are derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in London. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in London can vary slightly from year to year, but this data should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags or check for the best time in year to go to London.