December weather forecast
Portpatrick, United Kingdom

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Portpatrick, United Kingdom, with an average temperature varying between 8.1°C (46.6°F) and 5.7°C (42.3°F).

Temperature

As Portpatrick transitions from November to December, the average high-temperatures adjust to a still chilly 8.1°C (46.6°F), nearly the same as the previous 9.6°C (49.3°F). Throughout December, Portpatrick observes a steady low-temperature average of 5.7°C (42.3°F), reflecting a minor dip from daytime highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Portpatrick, during December, the rain falls for 19.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 64mm (2.52") of precipitation. In Portpatrick, during the entire year, the rain falls for 210.9 days and collects up to 632mm (24.88") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall in Portpatrick. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 1 snowfall days, it receives 6mm (0.24") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 6.4 snowfall days, and 38mm (1.5") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Portpatrick, with an average of 7h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Portpatrick, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 3:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:44 am and sunset at 4:03 pm GMT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Portpatrick 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 minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Portpatrick in December?

Portpatrick in December has an average high-temperature of 8.1°C (46.6°F) and an average low-temperature of 5.7°C (42.3°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Portpatrick?

The average relative humidity in December in Portpatrick is 83%.

How many days does it rain in December in Portpatrick?

In Portpatrick, United Kingdom, during December, the rain falls for 19.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 64mm (2.52") of precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Portpatrick?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 1 snowfall days, it receives 6mm (0.24") of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Portpatrick?

With an average of 7h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Portpatrick have in December?

In December, the average day length in Portpatrick, United Kingdom, is 7h and 19min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Portpatrick?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 3:58 pm. On the last day of the month, in Portpatrick, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 8:44 am and sunset at 4:03 pm GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does Portpatrick have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Portpatrick, United Kingdom, is 3.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Portpatrick?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Portpatrick?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Portpatrick, United Kingdom, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Portpatrick, United Kingdom

Average temperature in December - Portpatrick, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in December: 8.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (15.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (6.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 5.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (4.3°C).

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Average pressure in December
Portpatrick, United Kingdom

Average pressure in December - Portpatrick, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in December: 1009.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1007.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Portpatrick, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in December - Portpatrick, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in December: 29.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (29.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (17.4km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Portpatrick, United Kingdom

Average humidity in December - Portpatrick, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and November (81%).

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Average rainfall in December
Portpatrick, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in December - Portpatrick, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in December: 64mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (72mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are April and May (32mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Portpatrick, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in December - Portpatrick, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in December: 19.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (14.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Portpatrick, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in December - Portpatrick, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in December: 6mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (14mm).
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
Portpatrick, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in December - Portpatrick, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.2 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
Portpatrick, United Kingdom

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Portpatrick, 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 month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Portpatrick, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in December - Portpatrick, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (7.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Portpatrick, United Kingdom

Average UV index in December - Portpatrick, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Portpatrick, United Kingdom

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and May (Cloud cover 52).

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Average visibility in December
Portpatrick, United Kingdom

Average visibility in December - Portpatrick, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July and August (9km).

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