December weather forecastCockerham, United Kingdom

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Cockerham, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 4.1°C (39.4°F) and 7.4°C (45.3°F).

Temperature

With the advent of December, Cockerham's high-temperatures adjust to a still chilly 7.4°C (45.3°F), closely aligning with the preceding month. Cockerham documents a consistent average low-temperature of 4.1°C (39.4°F) at night during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in Cockerham. Rain falls for 22.9 days and accumulates 113mm (4.45") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Cockerham, United Kingdom, are January through April and December. December is the first month it typically snows in Cockerham. Throughout December, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 18mm (0.71") of snow. In Cockerham, during the entire year, snow falls for 8.3 days and aggregates up to 68mm (2.68") of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Cockerham, with an average of 7h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 3:53 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:29 am and sunset at 3:59 pm GMT.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Cockerham, with an average of 3.4h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Cockerham are January, February, 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

In Cockerham, in December, the average high-temperature is 7.4°C (45.3°F), and the average low-temperature is 4.1°C (39.4°F).

In December, the average relative humidity in Cockerham, United Kingdom, is 86%.

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 22.9 days and typically aggregates up to 113mm (4.45") of precipitation.

In December, in Cockerham, the rain falls for 22.9 days. Throughout December, 113mm (4.45") of precipitation is accumulated.

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 18mm (0.71") of snow.

With an average of 7h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

The average day length in December is 7h and 29min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 3:53 pm. On the last day of the month, in Cockerham, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 8:29 am and sunset at 3:59 pm GMT.

December has the least sunshine of the year in Cockerham, United Kingdom, with an average of 3.4h of sunshine.

In December, the average sunshine duration in Cockerham, United Kingdom, is 3.4h.

The months with the lowest UV index in Cockerham, United Kingdom, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Cockerham is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Cockerham, United Kingdom

  • Average high temperature in December: 7.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (16.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 4.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (2.8°C).

Average pressure in December
Cockerham, United Kingdom

  • Average pressure in December: 1010.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1008.5mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Cockerham, United Kingdom

  • Average wind speed in December: 23.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (23.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (14.3km/h).

Average humidity in December
Cockerham, United Kingdom

  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (82%).

Average rainfall in December
Cockerham, United Kingdom

  • Average rainfall in December: 113mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (113mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (34mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Cockerham, United Kingdom

  • Average rainfall days in December: 22.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (23.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (15.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cockerham, United Kingdom

  • Average snowfall in December: 18mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (22mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Cockerham, United Kingdom

  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 30min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Cockerham, United Kingdom

  • Average sunshine days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (11.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (4.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Cockerham, 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
Cockerham, United Kingdom

  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 47).

Average visibility in December
Cockerham, 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).