December weather forecastCapheaton, United Kingdom
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Capheaton, United Kingdom, with temperature in the range of an average low of 2.6°C (36.7°F) and an average high of 6.1°C (43°F).Temperature
With December's arrival, Capheaton's weather records an average high-temperature of a still frosty 6.1°C (43°F), marking little difference from November's 8.6°C (47.5°F). Capheaton sustains an average of approximately a cold 2.6°C (36.7°F) during December nights, with little variation from daytime highs.Humidity
The most humid month in Capheaton is December, with an average relative humidity of 87%.Rainfall
In December, in Capheaton, the rain falls for 10.7 days. Throughout December, 13mm (0.51") of precipitation is accumulated. In Capheaton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137.4 days and collects up to 212mm (8.35") of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 1.5 snowfall days, it receives 5mm (0.2") of snow. In Capheaton, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.5 days and aggregates up to 51mm (2.01") of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Capheaton, with an average of 7h and 18min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 3:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:33 am and sunset at 3:48 pm GMT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December in Capheaton is 4.8h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Capheaton 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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Capheaton, United Kingdom
- Average high temperature in December: 6.1°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (18°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.5°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 2.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2°C).
Average pressure in December
Capheaton, United Kingdom
- Average pressure in December: 1009.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1007.9mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Capheaton, United Kingdom
- Average wind speed in December: 19.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (20km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (12.9km/h).
Average humidity in December
Capheaton, United Kingdom
- Average humidity in December: 87%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (80%).
Average rainfall in December
Capheaton, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall in December: 13mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (27mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (9mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Capheaton, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.5 days).
Average snowfall in December
Capheaton, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall in December: 5mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (21mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Capheaton, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Capheaton, United Kingdom
- Average daylight in December: 7h and 18min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are October and November (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
Capheaton, United Kingdom
- Average sunshine days in December: 17.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.2 days).
Average UV index in December
Capheaton, 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
Capheaton, United Kingdom
- Average cloud cover in December: 51
The months with the most cloud cover are February, June and November (Cloud cover 56).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and September (Cloud cover 49).
Average visibility in December
Capheaton, 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).
