Early winter · Weather & things to do
Bath in December
Bath cools off: highs slip to 46°F (8°C), from 51°F in November, with lows of 38°F (3°C) and about 3.3 in (84 mm) of rain.
With a comfort score of 47/100 (12th of 12), it's one of the toughest months, held back mainly by cloud cover.
- Avg high
- 46°F (8°C)
- Avg low
- 38°F (3°C)
- Rain
- 3.3 in (84 mm)
- Humidity
- 95%
- Cloud cover
- 82%
- Daylight
- ~7 h 39 min
- Comfort score
- 47/100 · Fair
What December feels like
It's cool, with highs near 46°F (8°C), so a proper jacket stays on most of the day.
Nights cool to an average low of 38°F (3°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.3 in (84 mm).
Skies are often grey, with average cloud cover around 82%.
Daylight is short, roughly 7 h 39 min mid-month, so start sightseeing early.
Plan around December
December is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are May – September.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, October – December.
- Shortest days of the year, about 7 h 39 min of daylight.
- Comfort slips from 55/100 in November to 47/100.
- Our London, the Cotswolds & Bath route recommends May – Sep, so December falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for December
- Insulated jackethighs only 46°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Bath in December
Weather can go either way, so the picks below mix open-air spots with indoor backups.
Bath Abbey
Gothic abbey with fan vaulting and angels climbing ladders on the west front.
Bath Skyline
Six-mile National Trust walk through meadows and woods above the city.
Royal Crescent
Sweeping arc of 30 Georgian townhouses facing Royal Victoria Park.
Thermae Bath Spa
Modern spa with a rooftop pool fed by the city's natural thermal water.
The Scallop Shell
Fish restaurant known for crisp fish and chips and daily seafood specials.
Why now A warm sit-down stop when highs sit around 46°F.
Nearby in December
- The Cotswolds in December~44 mi · highs 43°F, 3.0 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- London in December~96 mi · highs 46°F, 2.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Dublin in December~213 mi · highs 47°F, 3.8 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Bruges in December~241 mi · highs 44°F, 3.1 in rain · 1°C (2°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Bath in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Bath?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 47/100, held back mainly by cloud cover. The best months are May – September. Expect highs of 46°F (8°C) and 3.3 in (84 mm) of rain. Our London, the Cotswolds & Bath route recommends May – Sep, so December is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Bath in December?
Average highs are 46°F (8°C) and average lows 38°F (3°C), making it the 3rd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Bath in December?
Some: about 3.3 in (84 mm) of rain falls across December on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 32.0 in (812 mm).
What should I pack for Bath in December?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 46°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Bath in December?
Share this December plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.