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December is a poor month in Congleton

Climate Overview

Congleton, United Kingdom in December has cold conditions, with highs averaging around 7.7°C (46°F). Rain falls on about 16 days this month, totalling around 96 mm.

This month falls at the beginning of Winter. Cold conditions dominate the month.

Temperatures remain fairly steady throughout December, with daily highs around 7°C (45°F).

December sees fairly even rainfall, totalling about 96 mm across the month.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 19th, averaging 8.7°C (48°F).

Compared to November, this month is about 2°C cooler with 1 more rainy days.

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Monthly December Averages

Temperature
8°C / 3°C
Feels Like
4°C / 0°C
Rain
16 days · 96 mm
Sunshine
2.6h / day
Humidity
91% — Very Humid
Wind
22 km/h
Wind Direction
SW (215°)
Gusts
43 km/h
Daylight
7.6 h
Cloud Cover
78%
Clear Sky Days
0.6
UV Index
0.7 — Low
Dew Point
4°C — Dry
Moon Phase
Waxing Crescent · 31%
Snow Days
2 days · 2.6 cm
Frost Days
5 days

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

16°C 13°C 10°C 7°C 4°C 1°C -2°C 151015202531
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Daily Precipitation

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Rainfall

Daily Sunshine

0h 2h 4h 6h 151015202531
Sunshine

Daily Wind Speed

0 7 14 21 28 35 151015202531
Wind Speed
Sun Position
Sunrise 08:18
Daylight 7.6h
Sunset 15:53

What to Expect

Cold daytime highs of 8°C (46°F) mean shorter outdoor excursions with warming breaks. Keep afternoons flexible as tropical showers are common — they typically clear within an hour.

Wet weather can spread across much of the day, so it is best to keep outdoor plans flexible.

Recent yearly records for December have stayed close to the long-run average.

Compare Months

January
Poor
Temp
7°C / 2°C
Feels Like
3°C / -2°C
Rain
15days (88 mm) Wet
Sun
3.3h Poor
Humidity
90% Very Muggy
UV
1 Low
Snow Days
3days
February
Poor
Temp
8°C / 2°C
Feels Like
4°C / -2°C
Rain
14days (80 mm) Wet
Sun
4.8h Fair
Humidity
85% Humid
UV
1.5 Low
Snow Days
3days
March
Poor
Temp
10°C / 3°C
Feels Like
6°C / -1°C
Rain
14days (83 mm) Wet
Sun
6.6h Fair
Humidity
82% Humid
UV
3.1 Moderate
Snow Days
2days
April
Poor
Temp
12°C / 4°C
Feels Like
9°C / 1°C
Rain
11days (59 mm) Wet
Sun
9.2h Good
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
4.4 Moderate
May best
Fair
Temp
16°C / 8°C
Feels Like
14°C / 5°C
Rain
12days (69 mm) Wet
Sun
10.6h Excellent
Humidity
76% Humid
UV
5.2 High
June best
Good
Temp
19°C / 11°C
Feels Like
18°C / 9°C
Rain
14days (93 mm) Wet
Sun
10.4h Excellent
Humidity
76% Humid
UV
5.9 High
July best
Good
Temp
20°C / 13°C
Feels Like
19°C / 11°C
Rain
15days (99 mm) Wet
Sun
10.1h Excellent
Humidity
78% Humid
UV
5.2 High
August best
Good
Temp
20°C / 13°C
Feels Like
19°C / 11°C
Rain
15days (82 mm) Wet
Sun
9.4h Good
Humidity
79% Humid
UV
4.9 Moderate
September best
Good
Temp
17°C / 11°C
Feels Like
16°C / 9°C
Rain
14days (94 mm) Wet
Sun
7.1h Good
Humidity
83% Humid
UV
3.4 Moderate
October
Fair
Temp
14°C / 8°C
Feels Like
11°C / 5°C
Rain
14days (104 mm) Wet
Sun
5.2h Fair
Humidity
86% Very Muggy
UV
2.2 Moderate
November
Poor
Temp
9°C / 5°C
Feels Like
6°C / 1°C
Rain
15days (83 mm) Wet
Sun
3.6h Poor
Humidity
90% Very Muggy
UV
1.1 Low
Snow Days
1days
December
Poor
Temp
8°C / 3°C
Feels Like
4°C / 0°C
Rain
16days (96 mm) Wet
Sun
2.6h Poor
Humidity
91% Very Muggy
UV
0.7 Low
Snow Days
2days
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January 7°C / 2°C 3°C / -2°C 15days (88 mm) Wet 3.3h Poor 90% Very Muggy 1 Low Poor View Details
February 8°C / 2°C 4°C / -2°C 14days (80 mm) Wet 4.8h Fair 85% Humid 1.5 Low Poor View Details
March 10°C / 3°C 6°C / -1°C 14days (83 mm) Wet 6.6h Fair 82% Humid 3.1 Moderate Poor View Details
April 12°C / 4°C 9°C / 1°C 11days (59 mm) Wet 9.2h Good 77% Humid 4.4 Moderate Poor View Details
May best 16°C / 8°C 14°C / 5°C 12days (69 mm) Wet 10.6h Excellent 76% Humid 5.2 High Fair View Details
June best 19°C / 11°C 18°C / 9°C 14days (93 mm) Wet 10.4h Excellent 76% Humid 5.9 High Good View Details
July best 20°C / 13°C 19°C / 11°C 15days (99 mm) Wet 10.1h Excellent 78% Humid 5.2 High Good View Details
August best 20°C / 13°C 19°C / 11°C 15days (82 mm) Wet 9.4h Good 79% Humid 4.9 Moderate Good View Details
September best 17°C / 11°C 16°C / 9°C 14days (94 mm) Wet 7.1h Good 83% Humid 3.4 Moderate Good View Details
October 14°C / 8°C 11°C / 5°C 14days (104 mm) Wet 5.2h Fair 86% Very Muggy 2.2 Moderate Fair View Details
November 9°C / 5°C 6°C / 1°C 15days (83 mm) Wet 3.6h Poor 90% Very Muggy 1.1 Low Poor View Details
December 8°C / 3°C 4°C / 0°C 16days (96 mm) Wet 2.6h Poor 91% Very Muggy 0.7 Low Poor View Details

What to Wear

Full winter gear is a must — insulated coat, thermal base layers, warm hat, gloves, and waterproof boots.

A waterproof jacket or compact umbrella is recommended for occasional showers.

Packing List

Warm coatUmbrellaWaterproof jacketWaterproof shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

December is typically poor for visiting Congleton, with average highs of 8°C (46°F) and around 16 rainy days. Congleton, United Kingdom in December has cold conditions, with highs averaging around 7.7°C (46°F). Rain falls on about
Congleton typically sees around 16 rainy days in December with 96 mm (3.8 in) of total rainfall. Pack a waterproof jacket.
Yes, nights in Congleton during December are cold, averaging 3°C (38°F). Pack warm layers and a coat for evenings.
With highs of 8°C (46°F) and lows of 3°C (38°F) in December, we recommend: Warm coat, Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
December is not the most favourable month weather-wise in Congleton. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Congleton during December is 1 (low). No special sun protection is needed.
Congleton gets approximately 8 hours of daylight per day in December, with around 3 hours of sunshine.
Yes, Congleton typically sees around 2 snow days in December with roughly 3 cm (1 in) of snowfall.

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