December weather forecast
Handforth, United Kingdom

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Handforth, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 2.5°C (36.5°F) and an average high of 6.5°C (43.7°F).

Temperature

Handforth's December reports an average high-temperature of a still chilly 6.5°C (43.7°F), exhibiting a minor difference from November. In December, Handforth temperatures settle at a low of 2.5°C (36.5°F) during the nights, reflecting a minor change from daytime highs.

Humidity

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 90%, are the most humid months in Handforth, United Kingdom.

Rainfall

In Handforth, in December, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 40mm (1.57") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 189.7 rainfall days, and 484mm (19.06") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Handforth are January through March, November and December. In December, in Handforth, it is snowing for 1.7 days. Throughout December, 20mm (0.79") of snow is accumulated. In Handforth, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.4 days and aggregates up to 84mm (3.31") of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 7h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Handforth.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 3:54 pm. On the last day of December, in Handforth, sunrise is at 8:23 am and sunset at 4:00 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In Handforth, the average sunshine in December is 3.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Handforth are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Handforth in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 6.5°C (43.7°F) and 2.5°C (36.5°F) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Handforth?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Handforth?

The average relative humidity in December is 90%.

How much does it rain in Handforth in December?

In Handforth, United Kingdom, in December, during 14.5 rainfall days, 40mm (1.57") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Handforth in December?

In Handforth, during December, snow falls for 1.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 20mm (0.79") of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Handforth?

The month with the shortest days in Handforth is December, with an average of 7h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Handforth?

The average day length in December in Handforth is 7h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Handforth?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 3:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:23 am and sunset at 4:00 pm GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does Handforth have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Handforth?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Handforth?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Handforth, United Kingdom, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Handforth, United Kingdom

Average temperature in December - Handforth, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in December: 6.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (19.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 2.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.4°C).

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Average pressure in December
Handforth, United Kingdom

Average pressure in December - Handforth, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in December: 1012mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009.1mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Handforth, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in December - Handforth, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in December: 17.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (17.7km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (12.4km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Handforth, United Kingdom

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (80%).

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Average rainfall in December
Handforth, United Kingdom

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (59mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (25mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Handforth, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in December - Handforth, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and March (13.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Handforth, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in December - Handforth, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in December: 20mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (31mm).
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
Handforth, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in December - Handforth, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Handforth, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Handforth, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in December - Handforth, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (13.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Handforth, United Kingdom

Average UV index in December - Handforth, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Handforth, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in December - Handforth, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 52).

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Average visibility in December
Handforth, United Kingdom

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

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

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