Edinburgh
December
Weather in Edinburgh for December 2024
Your guide to Edinburgh weather in December - trends and predictions
In general, the average temperature in Edinburgh at the beginning of December is 2.7 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 6.9 °C by the end of December.
Edinburgh experiences an exceptionally high level of rainfall in December, with more than 20 rainy days on average.
Snowfall in Edinburgh during December is quite rare, with fewer than 2 snowy days on average.
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8
Dry days
22
Rainy days
1
Snow days
7°/3°
Temperatures
27 km/h
Avg max wind
85 %
Avg humidity
Edinburgh in December average weather
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| 2 1° | 3  0° | 4  4° | 5 3° | 6  2° | 7  7° | 8 7° |
| 9 8° | 10  7° | 11 5° | 12 6° | 13 5° | 14 7° | 15 10° |
| 16  11° | 17 12° | 18 12° | 19 7° | 20 9° | 21 10° | 22 9° |
| 23 9° | 24  10° | 25 9° | 26 5° | 27  8° | 28 8° | 29 6° |
| 30 6° | 31 6° |
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Temperatures trend during December in Edinburgh
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December weather day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| 1 Dec. | Cloudy | 2° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 2 Dec. | Cloudy | 1° /-1° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 3 Dec. | Heavy snow | 0° /-1° | 2.4 mm | 2 cm | |
| 4 Dec. | Light rain shower | 4° /1° | 14.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 5 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 3° /0° | 6.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 6 Dec. | Partly cloudy | 2° /0° | 1.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 7 Dec. | Light rain | 7° /3° | 7.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 8 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /4° | 2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 9 Dec. | Light rain | 8° /6° | 10.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 10 Dec. | Moderate rain | 7° /5° | 8.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 11 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 5° /3° | 0.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 12 Dec. | Light rain shower | 6° /4° | 3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 13 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 5° /2° | 2.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 14 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /3° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 15 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 10° /5° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 16 Dec. | Overcast | 11° /10° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 17 Dec. | Light drizzle | 12° /10° | 2.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 18 Dec. | Light drizzle | 12° /7° | 0.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 19 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /5° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 20 Dec. | Light drizzle | 9° /5° | 1.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 21 Dec. | Light rain shower | 10° /6° | 1.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 22 Dec. | Overcast | 9° /4° | 1.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 23 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 9° /6° | 7.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 24 Dec. | Heavy rain at times | 10° /5° | 4.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 25 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 9° /3° | 6.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 26 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 5° /1° | 1.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 27 Dec. | Moderate rain at times | 8° /1° | 15.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 28 Dec. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 8° /5° | 7.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 29 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 6° /2° | 0.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 30 Dec. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 6° /1° | 19.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 31 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 6° /2° | 1.9 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Edinburgh in December is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Edinburgh forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Edinburgh in December - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Edinburgh during December?
Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 7° and colder nights, dipping below 3°.
How much rainfall should be expected in Edinburgh during December?
Significant rainfall exceeding 200.2 mm is expected in Edinburgh during December, occurring over more than 22 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Is snowfall common in Edinburgh during December?
Edinburgh experiences an average snowfall of 2 cm during December, occurring over 1 days, which may interest winter sports enthusiasts.
What are the typical wind conditions in Edinburgh during December?
The average wind speed in Edinburgh during December is 27 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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