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Weather in Edinburgh for December 2026
Your guide to Edinburgh weather in December - trends and predictions
Snowfall in Edinburgh during December is quite rare, with fewer than 2 snowy days on average.
In general, the average temperature in Edinburgh at the beginning of December is 5.6 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of 6.4 °C by the end of December.
The climate of Edinburgh in December is notably wet, with an average of 15 rainy days, and a total of 102.5 mm of precipitation.
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Edinburgh Weather December
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Temperatures trend during December in Edinburgh
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December weather in Edinburgh day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| 1 Dec. |  Light rain | 7° /3° | 5.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 2 Dec. |  Patchy rain possible | 5° /2° | 1.2 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 3 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 5° /1° | 2.3 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| 4 Dec. |  Heavy rain at times | 6° /2° | 6.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 5 Dec. | Light rain | 6° /2° | 3.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 6 Dec. | Light rain | 4° /1° | 3.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 7 Dec. | Light rain | 5° /2° | 9.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 8 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 6° /3° | 1.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 9 Dec. |  Moderate rain at times | 6° /3° | 5.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 10 Dec. | Light rain | 5° /2° | 2.8 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 11 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 6° /2° | 1.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 12 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 6° /3° | 1.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 13 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 6° /2° | 2.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 14 Dec. | Light rain | 7° /3° | 2.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 15 Dec. |  Overcast | 8° /5° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 16 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 8° /5° | 1.8 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| 17 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 9° /5° | 2.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 18 Dec. | Light drizzle | 9° /4° | 1.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 19 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /4° | 1.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 20 Dec. |  Cloudy | 7° /4° | 0.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 21 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /3° | 1.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 22 Dec. | Light rain | 6° /3° | 2.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 23 Dec. | Light rain | 7° /4° | 4.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 24 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /4° | 1.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 25 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /3° | 2.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 26 Dec. | Light rain | 6° /3° | 4.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 27 Dec. | Light rain | 7° /2° | 5.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 28 Dec. | Light rain | 6° /3° | 2.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 29 Dec. | Light rain | 6° /2° | 3.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 30 Dec. |  Moderate rain | 6° /2° | 10.8 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 31 Dec. | Light rain | 7° /3° | 5.8 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.
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Edinburgh in December - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Edinburgh during December?
Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 6° and colder nights, dipping below 3°.
How much rainfall should be expected in Edinburgh during December?
Significant rainfall exceeding 102.5 mm is expected in Edinburgh during December, occurring over more than 15 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Edinburgh in December 2026?
Edinburgh typically sees 1.1 cm of snowfall during December.
What are the typical wind conditions in Edinburgh during December?
The average wind speed in Edinburgh during December is 23 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
Edinburgh snow forecast December 2026
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On average, Edinburgh sees 1 snowy days during December, with approximately 1.1 cm of total snowfall.
December rainfall patterns in Edinburgh
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Typically, Edinburgh has 15 rainy days in December with a total of 102.5 mm of rainfall.
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