December weather forecast
Butes, Guernsey

December

Weather in December

December wraps up the year in Butes, Guernsey with the distinctive spirit of winter. The climate in December shows a marked shift from November, with temperatures mirroring those of January. Folks look forward to the festive season, where the chills are paired with holiday cheers and lights. Despite the shorter daylight duration of 8.2 hours, the city exudes a unique glow from the festive decorations. The year closes on a colder note, setting the stage for another cycle of changing seasons, reinforcing Butes as a city of diverse climates.

Temperature

Butes's shift into December sets the average high-temperature at a still cool 11°C (51.8°F), a figure that deviates only slightly from November's 12.9°C (55.2°F). In Butes, the nighttime temperature shows a slight difference from the daytime high, averaging to a chilly 8.9°C (48°F) during December.

Humidity

January, February, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Butes, during December, the rain falls for 21.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 79mm (3.11") of precipitation. In Butes, during the entire year, the rain falls for 190.5 days and collects up to 559mm (22.01") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Butes, snow does not fall in February through October and December.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Butes, Guernsey.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:44 and sunset at 16:11. On the last day of December, in Butes, sunrise is at 08:05 and sunset at 16:18 GMT.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January, November and December, with an average of 4h of sunshine.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Butes, Guernsey, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Butes?
In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Butes are 11°C (51.8°F) and 8.9°C (48°F) respectively.
What is the least humid month in Butes?
The months with the lowest humidity in Butes are January, February, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.
What is the average humidity in December in Butes?
The average relative humidity in December in Butes is 78%.
How many days does it rain in December in Butes?
In December, in Butes, Guernsey, the rain falls for 21.5 days. Throughout December, 79mm (3.11") of precipitation is accumulated.
When it does not snow in Butes?
February through October and December are months without snowfall in Butes, Guernsey.
Does it snow in Butes in December?
In December, in Butes, it doesn't snow. November is the latest month when it typically snows.
What is the month with the shortest days in Butes?
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 12min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Butes have in December?
In Butes, Guernsey, the average day length in December is 8h and 13min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Butes?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:44 and sunset at 16:11. On the last day of the month, in Butes, sunrise is at 08:05 and sunset at 16:18 GMT.
What are the months with the least sunshine in Butes?
The months with the least sunshine in Butes are January, November and December, with an average of 4h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in December in Butes?
In Butes, Guernsey, the average sunshine duration in December is 4h.
What is the UV index reading in December in Butes?
The average daily maximum UV index in December in Butes is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Butes, Guernsey
  • Average high temperature in December: 11°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (17.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (8.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 8.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (16°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (7.1°C).

Average pressure in December
Butes, Guernsey
  • Average pressure in December: 1016.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1011.3mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Butes, Guernsey
  • Average wind speed in December: 35.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (35.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (22km/h).

Average humidity in December
Butes, Guernsey
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, November and December (78%).

Average rainfall in December
Butes, Guernsey
  • Average rainfall in December: 79mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (84mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are May and July (26mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Butes, Guernsey
  • Average rainfall days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (22 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (11.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Butes, Guernsey
  • Average snowfall in December: 0mm

The months with the highest snowfall are January and November (1mm).
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Butes, Guernsey
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (0.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Butes, Guernsey
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, November and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Butes, Guernsey
  • Average sunshine days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (4.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Butes, Guernsey
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Butes, Guernsey
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).

Average visibility in December
Butes, Guernsey
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

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

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