Normal weather for Essex in December
It's cold in December in Essex with an average temperature of 9°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 5°C to a high of 14°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -3°C and 4°C.
In December, there is an average of 92 mm of precipitation, spread over 11 days. Of the total precipitation, about 2,1 cm falls as snow in December. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Essex in December |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
9°C | 9°C | |
 High Temp |
14°C | 11°C | |
| Low Temp |
5°C | 8°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
92 mm | 67 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
11 days | 10 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
2,1 cm | 1,2 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
1 day | 1 day | |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Essex with cold temperatures, averaging around 10°C during the day and nights close to 3°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers. During the day, opt for a warm coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick winter coat, jumper, long trousers, hat, and gloves.
Mid-December
By mid-December, the average daytime temperature drops to around 9°C, with nights close to 1°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers. During the day, wear a thick coat, jumper, and long trousers. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick winter coat, jumper, long trousers, hat, and gloves.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Essex will be around 11°C, with nights close to 3°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers. During the day, opt for a warm coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick winter coat, jumper, long trousers, hat, and gloves.
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 3 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
Temperature records for Essex in December
With 21°C, Essex hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in December 2015. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -7°C in 2022. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -14°C to a high of 15°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in Essex
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in December in Essex, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in December in Essex
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Essex, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for December, you can expect around 11 days of rain in Essex.
Daily Snowfall in December in Essex
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in December in Essex, measured in centimetres. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in December.
Daily UV Index in December in Essex
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Essex, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in December in Essex Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Essex, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in December in Essex Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Essex, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in December in Essex per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in December in Essex, measured in centimetres, over the past years.
Daily climate in December for Essex
Click on a specific day in December for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Essex. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Essex by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Essex. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
