December weather forecast
Melksham, United Kingdom

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Melksham, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between max 7.5°C (45.5°F) and min 3.2°C (37.8°F).

Temperature

At the start of December, Melksham's average high-temperature reaches a still chilly 7.5°C (45.5°F), subtly different from the preceding month. Melksham navigates through December with a barely noticeable decrease in temperature at night, stabilizing at a cold 3.2°C (37.8°F).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 91%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Melksham is December, when the rain falls for 14.5 days and typically aggregates up to 54mm (2.13") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows in Melksham. Throughout December, in the average 1.4 snowfall days, it receives 7mm (0.28") of snow. Throughout the year, in Melksham, there are 8.1 snowfall days, and 42mm (1.65") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 4:10 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In Melksham, the average sunshine in December is 4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Melksham are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Melksham?

During December, Melksham experiences an average high-temperature of 7.5°C (45.5°F) and a low-temperature of 3.2°C (37.8°F).

What is the most humid month in Melksham?

December is the most humid month in Melksham, with an average relative humidity of 91%.

What is the average humidity in December in Melksham?

The average relative humidity in December is 91%.

What is the rainiest month in Melksham?

The month with the most rainfall in Melksham, United Kingdom, is December, when the rain falls for 14.5 days and typically aggregates up to 54mm (2.13") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Melksham in December?

In Melksham, in December, during 14.5 rainfall days, 54mm (2.13") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Melksham?

December is the first month it typically snows in Melksham, United Kingdom. Throughout December, in the average 1.4 snowfall days, it receives 7mm (0.28") of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Melksham?

With an average of 8h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

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

The average day length in December in Melksham is 7h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Melksham?

On the first day of December in Melksham, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:13 am and sunset at 4:10 pm GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does Melksham have in December?

In Melksham, United Kingdom, the average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Melksham?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Melksham?

In Melksham, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Melksham, United Kingdom

Average temperature in December - Melksham, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in December: 7.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (20.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 3.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (1.9°C).

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Average pressure in December
Melksham, United Kingdom

Average pressure in December - Melksham, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in December: 1014.2mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are May and September (1016.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.2mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Melksham, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in December - Melksham, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in December: 17.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (18km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.9km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Melksham, United Kingdom

Average humidity in December - Melksham, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in December: 91%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (82%).

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Average rainfall in December
Melksham, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in December - Melksham, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in December: 54mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (54mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (25mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Melksham, United Kingdom

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (11 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Melksham, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in December - Melksham, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in December: 7mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (18mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Melksham, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in December - Melksham, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.4 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).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Melksham, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Melksham, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in December - Melksham, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Melksham, United Kingdom

Average UV index in December - Melksham, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Melksham, United Kingdom

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

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 53).

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Average visibility in December
Melksham, United Kingdom

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

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

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