Wales in december: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?
Weather in Wales in december 2024
Here, find the the weather forecast for december for most popular cities in Wales. These forecasts are probabilities for the month of december from weather reports for over 10 years. The percentage indicates the probability of having the weather mentioned.
Average weather in december in Cardiff
bad weather 28.3cm
Weather at 6am
45°F
Cloudy
37% of time
24%
21%
11%
Weather at 12pm
49°F
Cloudy
37% of time
24%
22%
13%
Weather at 6pm
45°F
Cloudy
33% of time
28%
20%
11%
Weather at 3am
45°F
24%
23%
20%
18%
Where to go in Wales in december?
Where to go in Wales in december: destination map
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Where should you go in Wales in december when it comes to the weather?
Remember:
The climate in Wales in december ranges from bad to very bad depending on the region and city.
This month is not the best month to travel to in Wales. The climate in Holyhead, Pembrokeshire, Conwy and Swansea is bad. It's cold, the sun is not there all the time and you take the risk of being you soak in the rain very frequently.
But it gets worse: around the cities of Holyhead, Pembrokeshire, Conwy and Swansea and surrounding areas where the climate is even worse. It is really not advisable to go to these areas in december.
Climate in Wales in december
Climate in Cardiff in december
In december, maximum temperature is 49°F and minimum temperature is 45°F (for an average temperature of 47°F). The climate is rather cold in this city in this month. Bring warm clothes! With 3in over 6 days, you will experience some showers for your vacations. But this is reasonably and you will not be too bothered by it.
| December | |||
| Average temperature | 47°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 49°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 45°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 53°F | ||
| Rainfall | 3in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 6 day(s) (18%) | ||
| Humidity | 89% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 6 | ||
| Cloud cover | 59% | ||
| Length of day | 07:52 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | bad |
Climate in Brecon Beacons (National Park) in december
In the month of december, maximum temperature is 45°F and minimum temperature is 40°F (for an average temperature of 43°F). The climate is rather more than very fresh around this city in this month. Plan a sweater! With 6.2in over 10 days, rainfall can happen for your trip. But this is moderate and you will not be too bothered by it.
| December | |||
| Average temperature | 43°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 45°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 40°F | ||
| Rainfall | 6.2in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 10 day(s) (31%) | ||
| Humidity | 95% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 5 | ||
| Cloud cover | 71% | ||
| Length of day | 07:47 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
Climate in Conwy in december
In the month of december, maximum temperature is 49°F and minimum temperature is 43°F (for an average temperature of 47°F). The climate is quite cold in this location in december. Do not forget to cover yourself! With 6.1in over 11 days, you risk getting wet slightly for your holidays. But this is reasonably and it will not be continuous.
With a bad climate, december is not recommended month to go there in Wales.
| December | |||
| Average temperature | 47°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 49°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 43°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 50°F | ||
| Rainfall | 6.1in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 11 day(s) (35%) | ||
| Humidity | 87% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 5 | ||
| Cloud cover | 65% | ||
| Length of day | 07:33 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | bad |
Climate in Holyhead in december
In the month of december, the mean temperature in Holyhead is 49°F (maximum temperature is 50°F and minimum temperature is 47°F). The climate is relatively fresh in that locality in the month of december, but it is liveable when dressing hot. With 7.6in over 12 days, you will experience some showers for your journey. But this is pretty moderate and it will not be continuous.
With a bad weather, december is not recommended month to go in that area in Wales.
| December | |||
| Average temperature | 49°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 50°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 47°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 52°F | ||
| Rainfall | 7.6in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 12 day(s) (39%) | ||
| Humidity | 83% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 6 | ||
| Cloud cover | 65% | ||
| Length of day | 07:33 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | bad |
Climate in Pembrokeshire in december
In the month of december, maximum temperature is 52°F and minimum temperature is 49°F (for an average temperature of 50°F). The climate is rather cold in that area in this month, but it is liveable when dressing cosy. With 7.5in over 14 days, rain may occur throughout your holidays. But this is pretty moderate and it will not be continuous.
With a bad climate, the month of december is not the best time to go there.
| December | |||
| Average temperature | 50°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 52°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 49°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 53°F | ||
| Rainfall | 7.5in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 14 day(s) (44%) | ||
| Humidity | 84% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 6 | ||
| Cloud cover | 63% | ||
| Length of day | 07:50 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | bad |
All cities in Wales in december
| Cardiff in december | bad weather |
| Brecon Beacons (National Park) in december | very bad weather |
| Conwy in december | bad weather |
| Holyhead in december | bad weather |
| Pembrokeshire in december | bad weather |
| Snowdonia National Park in december | very bad weather |
| Swansea in december | bad weather |
| Aberystwyth in december | bad weather |
| Amlwch in december | bad weather |
| Barmouth in december | very bad weather |
| Barry in december | bad weather |
| Buckley in december | very bad weather |
| Carmarthen in december | bad weather |
| Fishguard in december | bad weather |
| Haverfordwest in december | bad weather |
| Llandrindod Wells in december | very bad weather |
| Llandudno in december | bad weather |
| Llanelli in december | bad weather |
| Merthyr Tydfil in december | very bad weather |
| Newtown in december | very bad weather |
| Porthcawl in december | bad weather |
Weather data for Wales in december:
Weather data for Wales in december is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Wales. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Wales can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to Wales.