December weather forecastCoventry, United Kingdom
December
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.
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Frequently asked questions
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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 7h and 48min
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 12min
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: 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: 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: 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: 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).
