December 8 is generally a great time to visit York. While there is a slight chance of rain (32%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 7°C weather. You'll find plenty of company in York this month as tourism activity remains quite robust.
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Essential Travel Info for York
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Language
English
Driving
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As of March 2024, York and its approach ...
Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.667
York Weather Forecast for December 8
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 7.4°C. 32% chance of rain."
What to Wear in York in December
Based on historical data for December 8, York typically experiences temperatures between 2.4°C and 7.4°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves along with other layers to stay comfortable. With a 32% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for York
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
- Umbrella
Average High
7.4°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
2.4°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
3.8°C
❄️ Slightly colder
Rain Chance
32%
Avg 1.6mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
69%
Overcast
Pressure
1009.4 hPa
High volatility
York Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 83% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
5.4°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😕 Best outdoor time:
Midday (11 AM - 3 PM) when warmest
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in United Kingdom
Flight Traffic
Busy
70/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~46
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in York
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
09:10
☀️ Noon
12:57
🌇 Sunset
16:44
⏱️ Daylight
7h 34m
Wind Speed
23.1 km/h
Moderate wind
Sunshine
3.3 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
87%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in York
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
⛅ Good
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Low pressure & humidity may aggravate joints.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, York on December 8 averages 7.4°C with a 32% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 48/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
York Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
December 15
7.1°C • 19% rain
Score
53
December 14
7.2°C • 24% rain
Score
52
December 1
7.3°C • 26% rain
Score
51
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📍 Is York Worth Visiting on December 8?
Planning a trip to York on December 8? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 7.4°C with a 32% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 46 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 8 vaccinations are recommended for United Kingdom, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest December 8 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 13.1°C in 2016, while the coldest dropped to -2.2°C in 2022.