December weather forecast
Great Orton, United Kingdom

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Great Orton, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between min 1.4°C (34.5°F) and max 5.7°C (42.3°F).

Temperature

Great Orton's December reports an average high-temperature of an icy 5.7°C (42.3°F), exhibiting a minor difference from November. Nighttime readings during December register a minimal drop from daytime highs, averaging at a still wintry 1.4°C (34.5°F).

Humidity

January, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 90%, are the most humid months in Great Orton.

Rainfall

In Great Orton, during December, the rain falls for 15.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 40mm (1.57") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Great Orton, there are 173.8 rainfall days, and 421mm (16.57") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Great Orton, in December, during 2 snowfall days, 8mm (0.31") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Great Orton, there are 9.8 snowfall days, and 63mm (2.48") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 7h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Great Orton, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 3:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:36 am and sunset at 3:54 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In Great Orton, the average sunshine in December is 3.9h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Feb 7, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Great Orton in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Great Orton, United Kingdom, during December are 5.7°C (42.3°F) and 1.4°C (34.5°F) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Great Orton?

January, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 90%, are most humid months in Great Orton.

What is the average humidity in December in Great Orton?

In Great Orton, the average relative humidity in December is 90%.

How many days does it rain in December in Great Orton?

In Great Orton, in December, it is raining for 15.5 days, with typically 40mm (1.57") of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Great Orton in December?

In December, in Great Orton, United Kingdom, it is snowing for 2 days. Throughout December, 8mm (0.31") of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Great Orton?

December has the shortest days of the year in Great Orton, with an average of 7h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Great Orton?

The average day length in December in Great Orton, United Kingdom, is 7h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Great Orton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 3:49 pm. On the last day of the month, in Great Orton, sunrise is at 8:36 am and sunset at 3:54 pm GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does Great Orton have in December?

In Great Orton, United Kingdom, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Great Orton?

The months with the lowest UV index in Great Orton, United Kingdom, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Great Orton?

In Great Orton, United Kingdom, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Great Orton, United Kingdom

Average temperature in December - Great Orton, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in December: 5.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (17.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 1.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (9.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.8°C).

Average pressure in December
Great Orton, United Kingdom

Average pressure in December - Great Orton, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in December: 1009.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1007.8mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Great Orton, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in December - Great Orton, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in December: 17.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (17.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.2km/h).

Average humidity in December
Great Orton, United Kingdom

Average humidity in December - Great Orton, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in December: 90%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, November and December (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (82%).

Average rainfall in December
Great Orton, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in December - Great Orton, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in December: 40mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (49mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (15mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Great Orton, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in December - Great Orton, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and September (12 days).

Average snowfall in December
Great Orton, United Kingdom

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (29mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Great Orton, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in December - Great Orton, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.9 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
Great Orton, United Kingdom

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are April and May (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Great Orton, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in December - Great Orton, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Great Orton, United Kingdom

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Great Orton, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in December - Great Orton, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The months with the most cloud cover are January and August (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 52).

Average visibility in December
Great Orton, United Kingdom

Average visibility in December - Great Orton, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in December: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April and May (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (8km).

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