Climate guide for Bath, United Kingdom

Bath in December

Weather, crowds & best time to visit

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December · United Kingdom

Best time to visit Bath in December Weather, crowds & prices

Weather in Bath in December

Average temperature 6°C, 109 mm of rain, about 6 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 89% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).

December score

4.2/10

Ranked #12 of 12 months

Full year for Bath
Avg temp
6°C
Rainfall
109 mm
Humidity
89%
Days with 6h+ sun
6
Crowd Density
Quiet / Uncrowded
Average Expenses
$ · Budget Friendly ($)

December in Bath scores 4.2/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around 6°C, 109 mm of rain, and roughly 6 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.

Bath is an 18th-century spa town built around Roman baths, with the Royal Crescent, the Circus, and Pulteney Bridge spanning the Avon.

December in Bath — the hardest end of the year

Expect 6°C (43°F) in December. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.

109 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 6 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.

That is 4.2/10 on the same scale — 12th of 12 months, versus 9.1/10 for the best month here.

Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.

Budget for low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.

If your dates are flexible, August is materially better in Bath — 4.9 points higher on the same scale.

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Frequently asked

What is the weather like in Bath in December?
In December, Bath averages 6°C, 109 mm of rain, and about 6 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 4.2/10.
Is December a good time to visit Bath?
December earns a 4.2/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
How much does it rain in Bath in December?
Expect about 109 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 89% and there are about 6 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.

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