December weather forecast
Castle Douglas, United Kingdom

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Castle Douglas, United Kingdom, with an average temperature ranging between min 3°C (37.4°F) and max 6.6°C (43.9°F).

Temperature

December brings a marginal elevation to a still chilly 6.6°C (43.9°F) from November's 8.5°C (47.3°F) in Castle Douglas's average high-temperatures. During December, nights in Castle Douglas cool slightly to an average low of 3°C (37.4°F).

Humidity

January, August, September, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 88%, are the most humid months in Castle Douglas.

Rainfall

In Castle Douglas, United Kingdom, in December, during 21 rainfall days, 66mm (2.6") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Castle Douglas, United Kingdom, during the entire year, the rain falls for 215.5 days and collects up to 614mm (24.17") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Castle Douglas are January through March, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 1.2 days. Throughout December, 9mm (0.35") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Castle Douglas, United Kingdom, there are 9.4 snowfall days, and 59mm (2.32") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Castle Douglas, with an average of 7h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 3:52 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:40 am and sunset at 3:57 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.7h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Castle Douglas?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Castle Douglas, United Kingdom, are 6.6°C (43.9°F) and 3°C (37.4°F) respectively.

What are the most humid months in Castle Douglas?

January, August, September, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 88%, are most humid months in Castle Douglas.

What is the average humidity in December in Castle Douglas?

In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.

How much does it rain in Castle Douglas in December?

In December, in Castle Douglas, the rain falls for 21 days. Throughout December, 66mm (2.6") of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Castle Douglas in December?

In Castle Douglas, United Kingdom, in December, during 1.2 snowfall days, 9mm (0.35") of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Castle Douglas?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 7h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Castle Douglas?

The average day length in December is 7h and 18min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Castle Douglas?

On the first day of December in Castle Douglas, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 3:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:40 am and sunset at 3:57 pm GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does Castle Douglas have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Castle Douglas, United Kingdom, is 3.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Castle Douglas?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Castle Douglas?

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

Average temperature in December - Castle Douglas, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in December: 6.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (16.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (10.9°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (2.3°C).

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Average pressure in December
Castle Douglas, United Kingdom

Average pressure in December - Castle Douglas, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in December: 1009.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1007.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Castle Douglas, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in December - Castle Douglas, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in December: 21.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (21.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (13.5km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Castle Douglas, United Kingdom

Average humidity in December - Castle Douglas, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, August, September, November and December (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (83%).

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Average rainfall in December
Castle Douglas, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in December - Castle Douglas, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in December: 66mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (67mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (27mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Castle Douglas, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in December - Castle Douglas, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in December: 21 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (21 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (14.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Castle Douglas, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in December - Castle Douglas, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in December: 9mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (27mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Castle Douglas, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in December - Castle Douglas, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.4 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
Castle Douglas, United Kingdom

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

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: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Castle Douglas, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in December - Castle Douglas, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (12.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Castle Douglas, United Kingdom

Average UV index in December - Castle Douglas, 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
Castle Douglas, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in December - Castle Douglas, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and May (Cloud cover 52).

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Average visibility in December
Castle Douglas, United Kingdom

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

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

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