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
The onset of December notes an average high-temperature of a chilly 8.9°C (48°F), subtly shifted from November's 10.5°C (50.9°F). Barnstaple registers a steady nighttime temperature averaging a wintry 5.2°C (41.4°F) throughout December.Humidity
January, October through December, with an average relative humidity of 86%, are the most humid months in Barnstaple.Rainfall
December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 18.7 days and accumulates 72mm (2.83") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows in Barnstaple. Throughout December, in the average 1.1 snowfall days, it receives 4mm (0.16") of snow. Throughout the year, in Barnstaple, there are 4.8 snowfall days, and 45mm (1.77") of snow is accumulated.Sea temperature
In Barnstaple, the average seawater temperature in December is 11.3°C (52.3°F).Note: Being in 11.3°C (52.3°F) waters at 13°C (55.4°F) is discomforting, but anything below 10°C (50°F) can jeopardize breathing and induce cold shock, factoring in physical endurance.
Daylight
With an average of 8h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 4:12 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 4:19 pm GMT.
Sunshine
In Barnstaple, the average sunshine in December is 3.7h.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Frequently asked questions
What are the temperatures in Barnstaple in December?
What are the most humid months in Barnstaple?
What is the average humidity in December in Barnstaple?
What is the rainiest month in Barnstaple?
How many days does it rain in December in Barnstaple?
When does it start snowing in Barnstaple?
How cold is the water in December in Barnstaple?
What is the month with the shortest days in Barnstaple?
How many hours of daylight does Barnstaple have in December?
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Barnstaple?
How long on average sun shines in December in Barnstaple?
When is the lowest UV index in Barnstaple?
What is the UV index intensity in December in Barnstaple?
Average temperature in December
Barnstaple, United Kingdom
- Average high temperature in December: 8.9°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (18.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (7.8°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 5.2°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (3.9°C).
Average pressure in December
Barnstaple, United Kingdom
- Average pressure in December: 1014.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Barnstaple, United Kingdom
- Average wind speed in December: 23km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (23km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (15.3km/h).
Average humidity in December
Barnstaple, United Kingdom
- Average humidity in December: 86%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, October, November and December (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (82%).
Average rainfall in December
Barnstaple, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall in December: 72mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (72mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (29mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Barnstaple, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall days in December: 18.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (14.2 days).
Average snowfall in December
Barnstaple, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall in December: 4mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (19mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Barnstaple, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall days in December: 1.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Barnstaple, United Kingdom
- Average sea temperature in December: 11.3°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (17.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (8.3°C).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Barnstaple, 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: 3h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
Barnstaple, United Kingdom
- Average sunshine days in December: 9.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (13.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (7.6 days).
Average UV index in December
Barnstaple, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Barnstaple, United Kingdom
- Average cloud cover in December: 64
The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and May (Cloud cover 49).
Average visibility in December
Barnstaple, United Kingdom
- Average visibility in December: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
Barnstaple, United Kingdom
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