December weather forecast
Cowes, United Kingdom

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Cowes, United Kingdom, with an average temperature ranging between max 9.4°C (48.9°F) and min 6.5°C (43.7°F).

Temperature

The advent of December sees the average high-temperature at a frosty 9.4°C (48.9°F), subtly shifted from November's 11.5°C (52.7°F). A steady low-temperature average of 6.5°C (43.7°F) is logged during December, reflecting a modest dip from daytime readings.

Humidity

January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%, are the most humid months in Cowes.

Rainfall

In December, in Cowes, the rain falls for 17.6 days. Throughout December, 59mm (2.32") of precipitation is accumulated. In Cowes, during the entire year, the rain falls for 182.5 days and collects up to 469mm (18.46") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 1 days. Throughout December, 3mm (0.12") of snow is accumulated. In Cowes, during the entire year, snow falls for 4.8 days and aggregates up to 18mm (0.71") of snow.

Sea temperature

In Cowes, in December, the average water temperature is 11.8°C (53.2°F).
Note: Swimming in 11.8°C (53.2°F) at temperatures under 10°C (50°F) requires thermal swimsuits; otherwise, one can face cold shock and breathing difficulty. Even brief immersion at 13°C (55.4°F) feels frosty.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Cowes, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 4:09 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In Cowes, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

In Cowes, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in December leads to these recommendations:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Cowes?
In Cowes, in December, the average high-temperature is 9.4°C (48.9°F), and the average low-temperature is 6.5°C (43.7°F).
What is the most humid month in Cowes?
The months with the highest humidity in Cowes, United Kingdom, are January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%.
What is the average humidity in December in Cowes?
In Cowes, United Kingdom, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.
How much does it rain in Cowes in December?
In Cowes, United Kingdom, in December, it is raining for 17.6 days, with typically 59mm (2.32") of accumulated precipitation.
How much does it snow in Cowes in December?
In Cowes, United Kingdom, during December, snow falls for 1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3mm (0.12") of snow.
What is the water temperature in December in Cowes?
In December, the average sea temperature in Cowes is 11.8°C (53.2°F). Swimming in 11.8°C (53.2°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.
What is the month with the shortest days in Cowes?
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 0min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December in Cowes?
The average day length in December is 8h and 3min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Cowes?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:02 pm. On the last day of the month, in Cowes, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 4:09 pm GMT.
How long on average sun shines in December in Cowes?
In Cowes, United Kingdom, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.
What is the UV index reading in December in Cowes?
In Cowes, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Cowes, United Kingdom
Average temperature in December
Cowes, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in December: 9.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (18.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 6.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (4.8°C).

Average pressure in December - Cowes, United Kingdom
Average pressure in December
Cowes, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in December: 1015.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.8mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Cowes, United Kingdom
Average wind speed in December
Cowes, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in December: 26.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (26.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (17.6km/h).

Average humidity in December - Cowes, United Kingdom
Average humidity in December
Cowes, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (79%).

Average rainfall in December - Cowes, United Kingdom
Average rainfall in December
Cowes, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in December: 59mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (63mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are April and May (24mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Cowes, United Kingdom
Average rainfall days in December
Cowes, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (12.5 days).

Average snowfall in December - Cowes, United Kingdom
Average snowfall in December
Cowes, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in December: 3mm

The month with the highest snowfall is November (7mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Cowes, United Kingdom
Average snowfall days in December
Cowes, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December - Cowes, United Kingdom
Average sea temperature in December
Cowes, United Kingdom
  • Average sea temperature in December: 11.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (17.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (8.6°C).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cowes, United Kingdom
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Cowes, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December - Cowes, United Kingdom
Average sunshine days in December
Cowes, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (6.7 days).

Average UV index in December - Cowes, United Kingdom
Average UV index in December
Cowes, United Kingdom
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and February (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December - Cowes, United Kingdom
Average cloud cover in December
Cowes, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in December - Cowes, United Kingdom
Average visibility in December
Cowes, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (9km).

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