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 sea temperature 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
Kirkcaldy commences December with an average high-temperature of a wintry 5.9°C (42.6°F), maintaining a close resemblance to the previous month. The temperature in Kirkcaldy, United Kingdom, during December nights demonstrates a small drop from the daytime highs, settling to an average of 2.6°C (36.7°F).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity in Kirkcaldy are January, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 86%.Rainfall
In Kirkcaldy, United Kingdom, in December, during 15.9 rainfall days, 35mm (1.38") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Kirkcaldy, there are 196.8 rainfall days, and 463mm (18.23") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Kirkcaldy, in December, during 2.2 snowfall days, 15mm (0.59") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Kirkcaldy, there are 11.6 snowfall days, and 73mm (2.87") of snow is accumulated.Sea temperature
In Kirkcaldy, the average seawater temperature in December is 9.3°C (48.7°F).Note: Being in 9.3°C (48.7°F) waters at 13°C (55.4°F) is discomforting, but anything below 10°C (50°F) can jeopardize breathing and induce cold shock, factoring in physical endurance.
Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Kirkcaldy, with an average of 7h and 0min of daylight.On the first day of December in Kirkcaldy, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 3:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:44 am and sunset at 3:47 pm GMT.
Sunshine
In Kirkcaldy, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in December
Kirkcaldy, United Kingdom
- Average high temperature in December: 5.9°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (17°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.3°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 2.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.1°C).
Average pressure in December
Kirkcaldy, United Kingdom
- Average pressure in December: 1007.9mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1006.9mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Kirkcaldy, United Kingdom
- Average wind speed in December: 21.3km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and December (21.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (13.3km/h).
Average humidity in December
Kirkcaldy, United Kingdom
- Average humidity in December: 86%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, November and December (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (80%).
Average rainfall in December
Kirkcaldy, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall in December: 35mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (61mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (22mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Kirkcaldy, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall days in December: 15.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Kirkcaldy, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall in December: 15mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (24mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Kirkcaldy, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall days in December: 2.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Kirkcaldy, United Kingdom
- Average sea temperature in December: 9.3°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (14.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (6.8°C).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Kirkcaldy, United Kingdom
- Average daylight in December: 7h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Kirkcaldy, United Kingdom
- Average sunshine days in December: 11.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is April (13.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.5 days).
Average UV index in December
Kirkcaldy, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Kirkcaldy, United Kingdom
- Average cloud cover in December: 52
The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 49).
Average visibility in December
Kirkcaldy, United Kingdom
- Average visibility in December: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
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