December weather forecastDalkeith, United Kingdom
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Dalkeith, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 5.5°C (41.9°F) and 2.1°C (35.8°F).Temperature
A minimal variation is noted in Dalkeith's average high-temperature at the onset of December, reaching an icy 5.5°C (41.9°F) from November's 8°C (46.4°F). During the nights of December, Dalkeith records an average temperature of 2.1°C (35.8°F), a minor drop from daytime peaks.Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 88%, December is the most humid month.Rainfall
In Dalkeith, in December, during 15.8 rainfall days, 39mm (1.54") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Dalkeith, during the entire year, the rain falls for 205.2 days and collects up to 512mm (20.16") of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Dalkeith, in December, during 1.7 snowfall days, 12mm (0.47") of snow is typically accumulated. In Dalkeith, United Kingdom, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.2 days and aggregates up to 66mm (2.6") of snow.Daylight
With an average of 7h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Dalkeith.On the first day of December in Dalkeith, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 3:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:42 am and sunset at 3:48 pm GMT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 4.4h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in December in Dalkeith is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Dalkeith, United Kingdom
- Average high temperature in December: 5.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (17.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 2.1°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (10.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.6°C).
Average pressure in December
Dalkeith, United Kingdom
- Average pressure in December: 1008mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1006.9mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Dalkeith, United Kingdom
- Average wind speed in December: 20.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (20.4km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (13.1km/h).
Average humidity in December
Dalkeith, United Kingdom
- Average humidity in December: 88%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (80%).
Average rainfall in December
Dalkeith, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall in December: 39mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (70mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (25mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Dalkeith, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall days in December: 15.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (13.2 days).
Average snowfall in December
Dalkeith, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall in December: 12mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (24mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Dalkeith, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall days in December: 1.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 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
Dalkeith, United Kingdom
- Average daylight in December: 7h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 24min
The months with the most sunshine are April and June (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and October (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Dalkeith, United Kingdom
- Average sunshine days in December: 12.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is April (12.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Dalkeith, 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 month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Dalkeith, United Kingdom
- Average cloud cover in December: 56
The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 52).
Average visibility in December
Dalkeith, United Kingdom
- Average visibility in December: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are June and July (8km).
