December weather forecast
Coventry, United Kingdom

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Weather in December

The year wraps up in December with Coventry's weather embodying true winter conditions. Temperatures are lower, and snowfall is quite common. With only 7.8 hours of daylight, Coventry experiences some of its shortest days in December. Average wind speed rises to 18.4km/h (11.4mph), the highest for the year, contributing to an overall colder feel. As a final point, December arrives with winter in full swing, highlighted by cool temperatures and brisk winds.

Temperature

The arrival of December brings an average high-temperature of a still frosty 7°C (44.6°F), nearly identical to November's 9.2°C (48.6°F). An average low-temperature of 2.6°C (36.7°F) characterizes Coventry's December nights.

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 91%.

Rainfall

In December, in Coventry, the rain falls for 13.7 days. Throughout December, 37mm (1.46") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 171.1 rainfall days, and 439mm (17.28") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, May, November and December. In Coventry, in December, during 1.1 snowfall days, 10mm (0.39") of snow is typically accumulated. In Coventry, during the entire year, snow falls for 7.9 days and aggregates up to 52mm (2.05") of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 7h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 3:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 4:02 pm GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

In Coventry, 7°C (44.6°F) is the average high-temperature and 2.6°C (36.7°F) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 91%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 91%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Coventry, during December, the rain falls for 13.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 37mm (1.46") of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Coventry, in December, during 1.1 snowfall days, 10mm (0.39") of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 7h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 7h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 3:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 4:02 pm GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does Coventry have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Coventry, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in December: 7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (20.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 2.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.3°C).

Average pressure in December
Coventry, United Kingdom

Average pressure in December - Coventry, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in December: 1013.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009.8mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Coventry, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in December - Coventry, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in December: 18.4km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and December (18.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.8km/h).

Average humidity in December
Coventry, United Kingdom

Average humidity in December - Coventry, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in December: 91%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (79%).

Average rainfall in December
Coventry, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in December - Coventry, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in December: 37mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (55mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (25mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Coventry, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in December - Coventry, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Coventry, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in December - Coventry, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in December: 10mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (24mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Coventry, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in December - Coventry, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.4 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
Coventry, United Kingdom

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Coventry, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Coventry, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in December - Coventry, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Coventry, United Kingdom

Average UV index in December - Coventry, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Coventry, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in December - Coventry, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 53).

Average visibility in December
Coventry, United Kingdom

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

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

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