Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
Entering December, the average high-temperature is recorded at a still chilly 6.4°C (43.5°F), exhibiting a minimal shift from November's 8.8°C (47.8°F). Castleford welcomes an average low temperature of 2.4°C (36.3°F) in December, a gentle shift from the day's high.Humidity
December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 89%.Rainfall
In Castleford, during December, the rain falls for 16.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 45mm (1.77") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Castleford, there are 209.6 rainfall days, and 565mm (22.24") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Castleford. In Castleford, United Kingdom, in December, snow falls for 1.9 days, with typically accumulated 15mm (0.59") of snow. In Castleford, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.2 days and aggregates up to 82mm (3.23") of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 7h and 30min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:00 am and sunset at 3:48 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:22 am and sunset at 3:54 pm GMT.
Sunshine
In Castleford, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Castleford. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Frequently asked questions
Is it cold in Castleford during December?
What is the most humid month in Castleford?
What is the average humidity in December in Castleford?
How much does it rain in Castleford in December?
How many days does it snow in December in Castleford?
What is the month with the shortest days in Castleford?
What is the average length of the day in December in Castleford?
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Castleford?
How long on average sun shines in December in Castleford?
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Castleford?
How high is the UV index in December in Castleford?
Average temperature in December
Castleford, United Kingdom
- Average high temperature in December: 6.4°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (19.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.7°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 2.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.5°C).
Average pressure in December
Castleford, United Kingdom
- Average pressure in December: 1011.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1008.9mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Castleford, United Kingdom
- Average wind speed in December: 17.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (17.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (12.2km/h).
Average humidity in December
Castleford, United Kingdom
- Average humidity in December: 89%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (78%).
Average rainfall in December
Castleford, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall in December: 45mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (64mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (26mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Castleford, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall days in December: 16.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (23.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (14.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Castleford, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall in December: 15mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (28mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Castleford, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall days in December: 1.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Castleford, United Kingdom
- Average daylight in December: 7h and 3min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Castleford, United Kingdom
- Average sunshine days in December: 10.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (11.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Castleford, United Kingdom
- Average UV index in December: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Castleford, United Kingdom
- Average cloud cover in December: 54
The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and September (Cloud cover 50).
Average visibility in December
Castleford, United Kingdom
- Average visibility in December: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, September, October and November (8km).
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