December weather forecast
Bolton, United Kingdom

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Bolton, United Kingdom, with an average temperature fluctuating between 2.8°C (37°F) and 6.8°C (44.2°F).

Temperature

The advent of December reveals an average high-temperature of a still chilly 6.8°C (44.2°F), showing minimal difference from the prior month. Bolton experiences a subtle drop in temperature during the December nights, recording an average of 2.8°C (37°F).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 89%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Bolton, during December, the rain falls for 16.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 40mm (1.57") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 184 rainfall days, and 389mm (15.31") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 1.4 snowfall days, it receives 8mm (0.31") of snow. Throughout the year, in Bolton, there are 8.8 snowfall days, and 66mm (2.6") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 7h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 3:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:26 am and sunset at 3:59 pm GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Bolton during December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Bolton, is 6.8°C (44.2°F), while the low-temperature averages to 2.8°C (37°F).

What is the most humid month in Bolton?

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

What is the average humidity in December in Bolton?

In December, the average relative humidity is 89%.

How many days does it rain in December in Bolton?

In Bolton, United Kingdom, in December, during 16.2 rainfall days, 40mm (1.57") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Bolton?

December is the first month it typically snows in Bolton, United Kingdom. Throughout December, in the average 1.4 snowfall days, it receives 8mm (0.31") of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bolton?

December has the shortest days of the year in Bolton, with an average of 7h and 36min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December in Bolton is 7h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Bolton?

On the first day of December in Bolton, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 3:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:26 am and sunset at 3:59 pm GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does Bolton have in December?

In Bolton, United Kingdom, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Bolton?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Bolton?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Bolton, United Kingdom, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Bolton, United Kingdom

Average temperature in December - Bolton, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in December: 6.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (19.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 2.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (1.8°C).

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Average pressure in December
Bolton, United Kingdom

Average pressure in December - Bolton, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in December: 1011.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1008.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Bolton, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in December - Bolton, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in December: 16.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (17.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (12.3km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Bolton, United Kingdom

Average humidity in December - Bolton, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (78%).

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Average rainfall in December
Bolton, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in December - Bolton, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in December: 40mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (48mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (16mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Bolton, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in December - Bolton, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in December: 16.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (12.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Bolton, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in December - Bolton, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in December: 8mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (29mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Bolton, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in December - Bolton, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bolton, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are April and May (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Bolton, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in December - Bolton, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Bolton, United Kingdom

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (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
Bolton, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in December - Bolton, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in December: 66

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 53).

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Average visibility in December
Bolton, United Kingdom

Average visibility in December - Bolton, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in December: 8km

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

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