December weather forecast
Ambleside, United Kingdom

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Weather in December

Come December, Ambleside steps into the heart of winter with snowflakes cascading down more frequently. Compared to November, December experiences more snowfall, and the shorter daylight hours give the town a serene winter wonderland vibe. Among the noted figures stands the snowfall amount, increasing from November's 49mm (1.93") to a significant 84mm (3.31"), evidencing the winter peak. Despite these colder days, the festive Christmas spirit keeps the town alive and bustling. The sturdy conifers dotted with snow stand unchanged, a testament to the constancy of nature amidst changing seasons.

Temperature

The start of December in Ambleside marks an average high-temperature of an icy 5.9°C (42.6°F), hardly distinguishable from the conditions in November. Maintaining close parity with daytime warmth, the average nocturnal temperature in Ambleside during December stays at 2.6°C (36.7°F).

Humidity

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 90%, are the most humid months in Ambleside.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in Ambleside. Rain falls for 17.2 days and accumulates 95mm (3.74") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, October through December are months with snowfall in Ambleside, United Kingdom. In Ambleside, in December, during 6 snowfall days, 84mm (3.31") of snow is typically accumulated. In Ambleside, United Kingdom, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.4 days and aggregates up to 571mm (22.48") of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Ambleside is December, with an average of 7h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 3:51 pm. On the last day of December, in Ambleside, sunrise is at 8:33 am and sunset at 3:56 pm GMT.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Ambleside is December, with an average of 2.7h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Ambleside during December?

In Ambleside, 5.9°C (42.6°F) is the average high-temperature and 2.6°C (36.7°F) is the average low-temperature during December.

What are the most humid months in Ambleside?

The months with the highest humidity in Ambleside are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

What is the average humidity in December in Ambleside?

In December, the average relative humidity in Ambleside is 90%.

What is the rainiest month in Ambleside?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Ambleside. Rain falls for 17.2 days and accumulates 95mm (3.74") of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Ambleside?

In Ambleside, United Kingdom, in December, it is raining for 17.2 days, with typically 95mm (3.74") of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Ambleside?

In Ambleside, United Kingdom, during December, snow falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 84mm (3.31") of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ambleside?

December has the shortest days of the year in Ambleside, with an average of 7h and 24min of daylight.

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

In Ambleside, United Kingdom, the average day length in December is 7h and 24min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Ambleside?

On the first day of December in Ambleside, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 3:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:33 am and sunset at 3:56 pm GMT.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Ambleside?

The month with the least sunshine in Ambleside, United Kingdom, is December, with an average of 2.7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Ambleside?

The average sunshine duration in December in Ambleside is 2.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Ambleside?

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Ambleside, United Kingdom.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Ambleside?

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

Average temperature in December - Ambleside, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in December: 5.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (16°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 2.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (10.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (1.2°C).

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Average pressure in December
Ambleside, United Kingdom

Average pressure in December - Ambleside, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in December: 1010.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1008.1mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Ambleside, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in December - Ambleside, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in December: 21.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (21.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (12.8km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Ambleside, United Kingdom

Average humidity in December - Ambleside, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in December: 90%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (84%).

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Average rainfall in December
Ambleside, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in December - Ambleside, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in December: 95mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (95mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (37mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Ambleside, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in December - Ambleside, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in December: 17.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Ambleside, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in December - Ambleside, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in December: 84mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (174mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Ambleside, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in December - Ambleside, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ambleside, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Ambleside, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in December - Ambleside, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (12.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are November and December (7.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Ambleside, United Kingdom

Average UV index in December - Ambleside, United Kingdom
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May and June (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Ambleside, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in December - Ambleside, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in December: 72

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 56).

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Average visibility in December
Ambleside, United Kingdom

Average visibility in December - Ambleside, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

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

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