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
Portsoy, United Kingdom, experiences a subtle adjustment in high-temperatures to a still chilly 6.4°C (43.5°F) with the onset of December, maintaining near parity with November's 8.3°C (46.9°F). The nighttime temperature in December experiences a minor dip, averaging a cold 3.7°C (38.7°F).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity in Portsoy is 81%.Rainfall
In Portsoy, in December, during 14.3 rainfall days, 20mm (0.79") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Portsoy, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.6 days and collects up to 246mm (9.69") of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Portsoy are January through May, October through December. In Portsoy, United Kingdom, in December, during 3.8 snowfall days, 16mm (0.63") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 16.2 snowfall days, and 61mm (2.4") of snow is accumulated.Sea temperature
In Portsoy, in December, the average water temperature is 9.2°C (48.6°F).Note: Dipping into 9.2°C (48.6°F) below 10°C (50°F) needs protective wear, or you'd face cold shock and breathing issues swiftly. Meanwhile, a slight swim around 13°C (55.4°F) feels cold to the bone.
Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Portsoy, with an average of 6h and 42min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:29 am and sunset at 3:30 pm. On the last day of December, in Portsoy, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 8:53 am and sunset at 3:34 pm GMT.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 4.8h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Portsoy 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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Frequently asked questions
Is December cold in Portsoy?
What is the average humidity in December in Portsoy?
How many days does it rain in December in Portsoy?
How many days does it snow in December in Portsoy?
What is the water temperature in December in Portsoy?
What is the month with the shortest days in Portsoy?
What is the average length of the day in December in Portsoy?
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Portsoy?
How long on average sun shines in December in Portsoy?
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Portsoy?
What is the UV index intensity in December in Portsoy?
Average temperature in December
Portsoy, United Kingdom
- Average high temperature in December: 6.4°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (15.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.7°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 3.7°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3°C).
Average pressure in December
Portsoy, United Kingdom
- Average pressure in December: 1005.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1005.6mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Portsoy, United Kingdom
- Average wind speed in December: 26.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (26.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (15.6km/h).
Average humidity in December
Portsoy, United Kingdom
- Average humidity in December: 81%
The months with the highest relative humidity are June, July, August and September (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (79%).
Average rainfall in December
Portsoy, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall in December: 20mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (28mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (13mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Portsoy, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall days in December: 14.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10 days).
Average snowfall in December
Portsoy, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall in December: 16mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (22mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Portsoy, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall days in December: 3.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Portsoy, United Kingdom
- Average sea temperature in December: 9.2°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (13.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (6.9°C).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Portsoy, United Kingdom
- Average daylight in December: 6h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in December
Portsoy, United Kingdom
- Average sunshine days in December: 9.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is April (14.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are November and December (9.9 days).
Average UV index in December
Portsoy, United Kingdom
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are 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
Portsoy, United Kingdom
- Average cloud cover in December: 53
The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and August (Cloud cover 52).
Average visibility in December
Portsoy, United Kingdom
- Average visibility in December: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, July and August (9km).
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