December weather forecastDingwall, United Kingdom

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Dingwall, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between max 4°C (39.2°F) and min 0.4°C (32.7°F).

Temperature

The transition into December notes an average high-temperature of an icy 4°C (39.2°F), revealing a mild distinction from the 6.4°C (43.5°F) in November. Dingwall, during December nights, records a temperature marginally cooler than the daytime average, at a still cold 0.4°C (32.7°F).

Humidity

January, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 89%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Dingwall, United Kingdom, in December, during 17.4 rainfall days, 41mm (1.61") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Dingwall, there are 213.2 rainfall days, and 507mm (19.96") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Dingwall, in December, during 4.1 snowfall days, 21mm (0.83") of snow is typically accumulated. In Dingwall, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.5 days and aggregates up to 200mm (7.87") of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 6h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:35 am and sunset at 3:38 pm. On the last day of December, in Dingwall, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 8:59 am and sunset at 3:41 pm GMT.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Dingwall is December, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

During December, Dingwall experiences an average high-temperature of 4°C (39.2°F) and a low-temperature of 0.4°C (32.7°F).

The months with the highest humidity in Dingwall, United Kingdom, are January, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

In Dingwall, United Kingdom, the average relative humidity in December is 89%.

In December, the rain falls for 17.4 days. Throughout December, 41mm (1.61") of precipitation is accumulated.

In Dingwall, United Kingdom, in December, during 4.1 snowfall days, 21mm (0.83") of snow is typically accumulated.

The month with the shortest days in Dingwall, United Kingdom, is December, with an average of 6h and 42min of daylight.

In Dingwall, United Kingdom, the average day length in December is 6h and 42min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:35 am and sunset at 3:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:59 am and sunset at 3:41 pm GMT.

The month with the least sunshine in Dingwall, United Kingdom, is December, with an average of 4.1h of sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in December in Dingwall, United Kingdom, is 4.1h.

In Dingwall, United Kingdom, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Dingwall, United Kingdom

  • Average high temperature in December: 4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (16.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (3.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 0.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (9.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0°C).

Average pressure in December
Dingwall, United Kingdom

  • Average pressure in December: 1005.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1005.4mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Dingwall, United Kingdom

  • Average wind speed in December: 15.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (16.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.7km/h).

Average humidity in December
Dingwall, United Kingdom

  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, November and December (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (79%).

Average rainfall in December
Dingwall, United Kingdom

  • Average rainfall in December: 41mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (54mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (26mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Dingwall, United Kingdom

  • Average rainfall days in December: 17.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (14.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dingwall, United Kingdom

  • Average snowfall in December: 21mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (72mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Dingwall, United Kingdom

  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

  • Average daylight in December: 6h and 42min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dingwall, United Kingdom

  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (11.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Dingwall, United Kingdom

  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Dingwall, United Kingdom

  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are April, November and December (Cloud cover 56).

Average visibility in December
Dingwall, United Kingdom

  • Average visibility in December: 9km

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