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 average high-temperature during December registers at a cold 5.9°C (42.6°F), closely corresponding to the preceding month. Burntisland's nighttime temperatures in December display a slight drop from daytime highs, averaging to a still wintry 2.6°C (36.7°F).Humidity
January, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 86%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In Burntisland, during December, the rain falls for 15.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 35mm (1.38") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Burntisland, there are 196.8 rainfall days, and 463mm (18.23") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Burntisland. In Burntisland, United Kingdom, during December, snow falls for 2.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 15mm (0.59") of snow. In Burntisland, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.6 days and aggregates up to 73mm (2.87") of snow.Sea temperature
In December, the average sea temperature in Burntisland is 9.3°C (48.7°F).Note: Diving into 9.3°C (48.7°F) is practical below 10°C (50°F), given you're wearing protective swim gear; without it, expect a quick onset of cold shock and a struggle to breathe. Merely touching waters at 13°C (55.4°F) feels ice-cold.
Daylight
With an average of 7h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Burntisland, United Kingdom.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 3:43 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:44 am and sunset at 3:47 pm GMT.
Sunshine
In Burntisland, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Burntisland 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Is December cold in Burntisland?
What are the most humid months in Burntisland?
What is the average humidity in December in Burntisland?
How much does it rain in Burntisland in December?
How many days does it snow in December in Burntisland?
How cold is the water in December in Burntisland?
What is the month with the shortest days in Burntisland?
What is the average length of the day in December in Burntisland?
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Burntisland?
How many hours of sunshine does Burntisland have in December?
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Burntisland?
How high is the UV index in December in Burntisland?
Average temperature in December
Burntisland, United Kingdom
- Average high temperature in December: 5.9°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (17°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.3°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 2.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.1°C).
Average pressure in December
Burntisland, United Kingdom
- Average pressure in December: 1007.9mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1006.9mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Burntisland, United Kingdom
- Average wind speed in December: 21.3km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and December (21.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (13.3km/h).
Average humidity in December
Burntisland, United Kingdom
- Average humidity in December: 86%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, November and December (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (80%).
Average rainfall in December
Burntisland, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall in December: 35mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (61mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (22mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Burntisland, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall days in December: 15.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Burntisland, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall in December: 15mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (24mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Burntisland, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall days in December: 2.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Burntisland, United Kingdom
- Average sea temperature in December: 9.3°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (14.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (6.8°C).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Burntisland, United Kingdom
- Average daylight in December: 7h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Burntisland, United Kingdom
- Average sunshine days in December: 11.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is April (13.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.5 days).
Average UV index in December
Burntisland, 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, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Burntisland, United Kingdom
- Average cloud cover in December: 52
The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 49).
Average visibility in December
Burntisland, 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).
Burntisland, United Kingdom
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