Scotland (Edinburgh)
December
Weather in Scotland for December 2025
Your guide to Scotland weather in December - trends and predictions
With an average of 5 snowy days, Scotland usually enjoys a light touch of snow in December.
In general, the average temperature in Scotland at the beginning of December is 5.3 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of 7.3 °C by the end of December.
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3
Dry days
23
Rainy days
5
Snow days
6°/2°
Temperatures
22 km/h
Avg max wind
84 %
Avg humidity
Scotland in December average weather
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| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  7° | 2  5° | 3 4° | 4  6° | 5  6° | 6 4° | 7  5° |
| 8 5° | 9 5° | 10  4° | 11 5° | 12 6° | 13 6° | 14 6° |
| 15 8° | 16 8° | 17 9° | 18 9° | 19 8° | 20  8° | 21 8° |
| 22 6° | 23 7° | 24 8° | 25 8° | 26 7° | 27 7° | 28 7° |
| 29 7° | 30 7° | 31 8° |
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Temperatures trend during December in Scotland
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December weather day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Dec. | Moderate rain at times | 7° /2° | 2.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 2 Dec. | Overcast | 5° /1° | 1.3 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 3 Dec. | Overcast | 4° /0° | 2.8 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| 4 Dec. | Heavy rain at times | 6° /2° | 7.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 5 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 6° /2° | 3.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 6 Dec. | Moderate rain at times | 4° /0° | 3.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 7 Dec. | Light rain | 5° /1° | 9.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 8 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 5° /2° | 1.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 9 Dec. | Moderate rain at times | 5° /2° | 3.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 10 Dec. | Sunny | 4° /1° | 3.3 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 11 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 5° /1° | 2.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 12 Dec. | Moderate rain at times | 6° /2° | 2.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 13 Dec. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 6° /1° | 2.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 14 Dec. | Overcast | 6° /1° | 0.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 15 Dec. | Overcast | 8° /4° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 16 Dec. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 8° /5° | 2.2 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| 17 Dec. | Overcast | 9° /5° | 1.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 18 Dec. | Light drizzle | 9° /3° | 1.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 19 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 8° /3° | 1.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 20 Dec. | Cloudy | 8° /3° | 0.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 21 Dec. | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 8° /2° | 1.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 22 Dec. | Overcast | 6° /2° | 2.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 23 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /3° | 5.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 24 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 8° /3° | 2.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 25 Dec. | Overcast | 8° /3° | 2.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 26 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /2° | 5.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 27 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /2° | 7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 28 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /3° | 3.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 29 Dec. | Overcast | 7° /2° | 3.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 30 Dec. | Light rain | 7° /2° | 12.9 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 31 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 8° /4° | 7 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Scotland 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 Scotland forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Scotland in December - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Scotland during December?
Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 6° and colder nights, dipping below 2°.
How much rainfall should be expected in Scotland during December?
Significant rainfall exceeding 111.6 mm is expected in Scotland during December, occurring over more than 23 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Scotland in December 2025?
Scotland experiences an average snowfall of 1.5455 cm during December, occurring over 5 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Scotland during December?
The average wind speed in Scotland during December is 22 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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