December weather forecast
Downpatrick, United Kingdom

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Downpatrick, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 8.5°C (47.3°F) and an average low of 6.1°C (43°F).

Temperature

The high-temperature average in December for Downpatrick is a frosty 8.5°C (47.3°F), staying closely aligned with November's conditions. Downpatrick's average temperature during the nights of December is recorded at 6.1°C (43°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Downpatrick is 82%.

Rainfall

In Downpatrick, in December, during 12.4 rainfall days, 32mm (1.26") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Downpatrick, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.4 days and collects up to 395mm (15.55") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. December is the month with the most snowfall in Downpatrick, United Kingdom. Snow falls for 1 days and accumulates 8mm (0.31") of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 7h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Downpatrick.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 4:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:43 am and sunset at 4:08 pm GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Downpatrick is 4.3h.

UV index

January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Downpatrick. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Downpatrick in December?

The high-temperature in Downpatrick during December is 8.5°C (47.3°F) and the low-temperature is 6.1°C (43°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Downpatrick?

In Downpatrick, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How much does it rain in Downpatrick in December?

In Downpatrick, United Kingdom, in December, during 12.4 rainfall days, 32mm (1.26") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month in Downpatrick?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Downpatrick, United Kingdom. Snow falls for 1 days and accumulates 8mm (0.31") of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Downpatrick?

In Downpatrick, during December, snow falls for 1 days and regularly aggregates up to 8mm (0.31") of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Downpatrick?

With an average of 7h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Downpatrick have in December?

In December, the average day length in Downpatrick is 7h and 25min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Downpatrick?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 4:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:43 am and sunset at 4:08 pm GMT.

How long on average sun shines in December in Downpatrick?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Downpatrick?

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Downpatrick?

In Downpatrick, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Downpatrick, United Kingdom

Average temperature in December - Downpatrick, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in December: 8.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (16.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (7.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 6.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (4.9°C).

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Average pressure in December
Downpatrick, United Kingdom

Average pressure in December - Downpatrick, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in December: 1009.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1007.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Downpatrick, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in December - Downpatrick, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in December: 28.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (28.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (17.3km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Downpatrick, United Kingdom

Average humidity in December - Downpatrick, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March, April and November (81%).

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Average rainfall in December
Downpatrick, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in December - Downpatrick, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in December: 32mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (52mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (20mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Downpatrick, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in December - Downpatrick, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (10.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Downpatrick, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in December - Downpatrick, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in December: 8mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (8mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Downpatrick, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in December - Downpatrick, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Downpatrick, United Kingdom

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Downpatrick, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are May and June (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and November (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Downpatrick, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in December - Downpatrick, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Downpatrick, United Kingdom

Average UV index in December - Downpatrick, United Kingdom
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Downpatrick, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in December - Downpatrick, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and May (Cloud cover 49).

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Average visibility in December
Downpatrick, United Kingdom

Average visibility in December - Downpatrick, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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