Shetland Islands (Lerwick)
December
Weather in Shetland Islands for December 2026
Your guide to Shetland Islands weather in December - trends and predictions
With an average of 3 snowy days, Shetland Islands usually enjoys a light touch of snow in December.
In general, the average temperature in Shetland Islands at the beginning of December is 7.9 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately fall, reaching an average of 7.3 °C by the end of December.
Shetland Islands experiences heavy rainfall in December, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 124.6 mm.
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Shetland Islands Weather December
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Temperatures trend during December in Shetland Islands
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December weather in Shetland Islands day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| 1 Dec. |  Light rain shower | 9° /4° | 4.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 2 Dec. |  Blizzard | 7° /3° | 6.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 3 Dec. |  Blowing snow | 7° /3° | 2.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 4 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 8° /6° | 4.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 5 Dec. | Light rain shower | 9° /7° | 2.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 6 Dec. | Light rain shower | 8° /6° | 3.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 7 Dec. | Light rain shower | 7° /6° | 3.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 8 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 7° /5° | 14.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 9 Dec. |  Overcast | 8° /6° | 5.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 10 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 10° /6° | 2.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 11 Dec. |  Light drizzle | 10° /8° | 1.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 12 Dec. | Overcast | 9° /7° | 0.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 13 Dec. | Light rain shower | 9° /6° | 7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 14 Dec. |  Light sleet showers | 8° /4° | 4.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 15 Dec. | Light rain | 9° /6° | 2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 16 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 8° /6° | 1.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 17 Dec. | Light rain shower | 9° /6° | 7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 18 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 9° /5° | 9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 19 Dec. | Light sleet showers | 7° /5° | 6.3 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 20 Dec. | Light rain shower | 8° /6° | 4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 21 Dec. |  Moderate or heavy rain with thunder | 8° /6° | 5.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 22 Dec. | Light rain shower | 7° /5° | 3.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 23 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 8° /6° | 3.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 24 Dec. | Light rain | 10° /7° | 2.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 25 Dec. | Light drizzle | 10° /8° | 0.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 26 Dec. | Patchy rain possible | 8° /7° | 0.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 27 Dec. | Light drizzle | 8° /4° | 1.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 28 Dec. | Light rain shower | 8° /4° | 2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 29 Dec. | Light sleet showers | 7° /2° | 3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 30 Dec. |  Moderate or heavy snow showers | 5° /1° | 1.6 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| 31 Dec. | Blizzard | 5° /1° | 7.2 mm | 0.1 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Shetland Islands 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 Shetland Islands forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Shetland Islands in December - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Shetland Islands during December?
During December, expect a variety of temperatures with highs around 8° and lows near 5°, suitable for diverse activities and preferences.
How much rainfall should be expected in Shetland Islands during December?
Significant rainfall exceeding 124.6 mm is expected in Shetland Islands during December, occurring over more than 25 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Will it snow in Shetland Islands in December 2026?
Shetland Islands experiences an average snowfall of 0.8 cm during December, occurring over 3 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Shetland Islands during December?
The average wind speed in Shetland Islands during December is 47 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
Shetland Islands snow forecast December 2026
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On average, Shetland Islands sees 3 snowy days during December, with approximately 0.8 cm of total snowfall.
December rainfall patterns in Shetland Islands
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Typically, Shetland Islands has 25 rainy days in December with a total of 124.6 mm of rainfall.
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