What is the weather like in Cambridge in December?

Expect temperatures between 3°C and 8°C with 24% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Cambridge in December?

Cambridge in December scores 61/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Worthwhile timing with some trade-offs.

Who should visit Cambridge in December?

December in Cambridge is ideal for: Cultural tourists, Business travelers.

Cambridge Weather in December | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

8°C

Hottest around day 23

Avg Low

3°C

Coolest around day 3

Rainy Days

15days

24% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Winter season

Cambridge December Weather Calendar

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Day 1

Cold

8°C18%

Day 2

Cold

8°C20%

Day 3

Cloudy

8°C23%

Day 4

Cloudy

8°C23%

Day 5

Cloudy

8°C28%

Day 6

Cloudy

8°C29%

Day 7

Cloudy

8°C28%

Day 8

Cloudy

8°C29%

Day 9

Cloudy

8°C28%

Day 10

Cloudy

8°C27%

Day 11

Cloudy

8°C27%

Day 12

Cloudy

8°C24%

Day 13

Cloudy

8°C21%

Day 14

Cold

8°C20%

Day 15

Cold

8°C17%

Day 16

Cold

8°C18%

Day 17

Cloudy

8°C21%

Day 18

Cloudy

8°C22%

Day 19

Cloudy

8°C25%

Day 20

Cloudy

8°C27%

Day 21

Cloudy

8°C28%

Day 22

Cloudy

9°C26%

Day 23

Cloudy

9°C28%

Day 24

Cloudy

9°C27%

Day 25

Cloudy

9°C27%

Day 26

Cloudy

8°C26%

Day 27

Cloudy

8°C26%

Day 28

Cloudy

8°C23%

Day 29

Cloudy

8°C22%

Day 30

Cold

8°C20%

Day 31

Cold

8°C19%

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GBP

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Language

English

Driving

Left side

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Safety

High Safety

GPI: 1.667

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Moderate

58/ 100

Traffic Index

Balanced traffic

Peak Daily Arrivals

slots per day

Peak

Jun

Low

Jan

Monthly Traffic Distribution

157

Jan

260

Feb

262

Mar

262

Apr

277

May

285

Jun

262

Jul

252

Aug

252

Sep

252

Oct

252

Nov

252

Dec

Traffic Level

Low Season

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CDC travel health recommendations

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COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Hepatitis A

Consider hepatitis A vaccination for most travelers. It is recommended for travelers who will be doing higher risk activities, such as visiting smaller cities, villages, or rural areas where a traveler might get infected through food or water. It is recommended for travelers who plan on eating street food.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to the United Kingdom. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to the United Kingdom.

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

Polio

In the United Kingdom poliovirus has been identified in the past year.Travelers to the United Kingdom are at increased risk of exposure to poliovirus.Vaccine recommendations: Adults traveling to the United Kingdom who received a complete polio vaccination series as children may receive a single lifetime booster dose of inactivated polio vaccine; travelers who are unvaccinated or not fully vaccinated should receive a complete polio vaccination series before travel. Children who are not fully vaccinated will be considered for anaccelerated vaccination schedule.

Rabies

Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in the United Kingdom.If rabies exposures occur while in the United Kingdom, rabies vaccines are typically available throughout most of the country.Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.For more information, seecountry rabies status assessments.

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Is December a Good Time to Visit Cambridge?

👌Worthwhile timing with some trade-offs(61/100)

Short Answer

Cold but characterful December in Cambridge: 8°C daytime temperatures, fewer crowds, and December-specific atmosphere. Not for sun-seekers, but ideal for cozy indoor experiences.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Very high humidity

87% average humidity

Peak tourist season

88% of annual peak - expect crowds and high prices

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Hantavirus, Tuberculosis (TB)

Good For

🏛️
Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
💼
Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

💰
Budget travelers
Peak season means premium prices everywhere
👴
Elderly travelers
87% humidity creates difficult conditions

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Cambridge in December averages 8°C with 24% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Cambridge in December

What are the temperatures in Cambridge in December?

Daytime highs average 8°C, nights drop to 3°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Cambridge in December?

Expect around 15 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Cambridge in December?

Warm winter clothing: insulated jacket, boots, gloves.

Is December peak season in Cambridge?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Cambridge Weather in December

Cambridge December Weather Calendar

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Monthly Traffic Distribution

Key Connections

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COVID-19

Hepatitis A

Hepatitis B

Measles

Polio

Rabies

Decision Factors

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