Thurso East in December
December is one of the best months for surfing at Thurso East.
Plan your trip to Thurso EastEvery month at a glance, daily wind and waves from years of weather statistics, photos, videos and local tips.Updated October 2026 · weather data 2022–2026
In short
- Waves: 2.5 m on average (daily maximum)
- Water: 10°C, 5/4 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves
- Air: 7°C by day, 4°C at night
- Weather: 0 sunny days, 20 rainy days
Thurso EastScotland (Highland), United KingdomAdvanced only · 5/4 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves · ✈ WIC 29 kmWave height per month (m, average daily max)
Wave height: average daily maximum. Figures from 4 years of weather data (Open-Meteo).
Best time to go →Other spots for surfing in December
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La TorcheFrance · 1198 km away · water 13°C2.4 m waves2
KlitmøllerDenmark · 730 km away · water 7°C2.4 m waves3
Tiree – BalevullinUnited Kingdom · 309 km away · water 11°C3.5 m waves4
Newquay – Fistral BeachUnited Kingdom · 915 km away · water 12°C2.4 m waves5
Croyde BayUnited Kingdom · 832 km away · water 11°C2.6 m waves6
PorthlevenUnited Kingdom · 954 km away · water 12°C2.9 m wavesWithin 1,500 km, ranked by wave height and, a little, warm water.
Where to go surfing in December →Questions
Is December a good time for surfing at Thurso East?
December is one of the best months for surfing at Thurso East. Waves 2.5 m, water 10°C (5/4 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves), air 7°C.
How warm is the water at Thurso East in December?
About 10°C: 5/4 wetsuit, hood, boots and gloves.
How big are the waves at Thurso East in December?
About 2.5 m on average (daily maximum).
What is the weather like at Thurso East in December?
Around 7°C by day and 4°C at night, with about 0 sunny and 20 rainy days.
Where else can I go surfing in December?
Within 1,500 km: La Torche (2.4 m waves), Klitmøller (2.4 m waves) & Tiree – Balevullin (3.5 m waves).