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Edinburgh Weather in December

In December, Edinburgh averages a high of 7°C (44°F) and a low of 1°C (34°F), based on 55 years of historical weather data from EDINBURGH: ROYAL BOTANIC GARDE.

7°C
Average high
44°F
1°C
Average low
34°F
16°C
Record high
60°F · 2015
-16°C
Record low
3°F · 1995

What to Expect in Edinburgh in December

Typical December days in Edinburgh reach 7°C (44°F) during the afternoon and cool to around 1°C (34°F) overnight. On average, measurable rain falls on about 66% of days this month. Over the past 55 years, December temperatures in Edinburgh have ranged from a record high of 16°C (2015) down to a record low of -16°C (1995).

For a day-by-day look or other months, see the full Edinburgh weather history.

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Edinburgh Weather in December: Average Temperature & Records (°C)