December weather forecast
Leek, United Kingdom

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Leek, United Kingdom, with temperature in the range of an average high of 6.5°C (43.7°F) and an average low of 1.9°C (35.4°F).

Temperature

As December takes its course, Leek's average high-temperature registers at a still frosty 6.5°C (43.7°F), closely aligning with the preceding month. Leek consistently logs a low temperature averaging a wintry 1.9°C (35.4°F) during December, a modest drop from daytime temperatures.

Humidity

The most humid month in Leek is December, with an average relative humidity of 92%.

Rainfall

In Leek, in December, during 14.8 rainfall days, 46mm (1.81") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Leek, there are 180.9 rainfall days, and 504mm (19.84") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 2.5 days. Throughout December, 25mm (0.98") of snow is accumulated. In Leek, United Kingdom, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.6 days and aggregates up to 127mm (5") of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 7h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 3:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 4:00 pm GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Leek are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Leek?

Leek in December has an average high-temperature of 6.5°C (43.7°F) and an average low-temperature of 1.9°C (35.4°F).

What is the most humid month in Leek?

The most humid month in Leek, United Kingdom, is December, with an average relative humidity of 92%.

What is the average humidity in December in Leek?

In Leek, the average relative humidity in December is 92%.

How many days does it rain in December in Leek?

In Leek, United Kingdom, in December, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 46mm (1.81") of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Leek?

In Leek, United Kingdom, in December, snow falls for 2.5 days, with typically accumulated 25mm (0.98") of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Leek?

With an average of 7h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Leek have in December?

The average day length in December in Leek is 7h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Leek?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 3:54 pm. On the last day of the month, in Leek, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 4:00 pm GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does Leek have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Leek, United Kingdom, is 3.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Leek?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Leek?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Leek is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Leek, United Kingdom

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (19°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 1.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1°C).

Average pressure in December
Leek, United Kingdom

Average pressure in December - Leek, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in December: 1012.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009.3mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Leek, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in December - Leek, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in December: 18.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (18.4km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (13km/h).

Average humidity in December
Leek, United Kingdom

Average humidity in December - Leek, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in December: 92%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (92%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (83%).

Average rainfall in December
Leek, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in December - Leek, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in December: 46mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (56mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (27mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Leek, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in December - Leek, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and March (12.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Leek, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in December - Leek, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in December: 25mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (50mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Leek, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in December - Leek, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Leek, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are April, May and July (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Leek, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in December - Leek, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (14.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Leek, United Kingdom

Average UV index in December - Leek, 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
Leek, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in December - Leek, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 56).

Average visibility in December
Leek, United Kingdom

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

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

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