December weather forecast
Dirleton, United Kingdom

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Dirleton, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 4°C (39.2°F) and 6.9°C (44.4°F).

Temperature

Transitioning into December, Dirleton experiences an average high-temperature of a still chilly 6.9°C (44.4°F), marking a minor shift from the preceding month. In Dirleton, the December nights are characterized by an average low-temperature of 4°C (39.2°F), a minor dip from daytime readings.

Humidity

In Dirleton, the average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In December, in Dirleton, United Kingdom, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout December, 19mm (0.75") of precipitation is accumulated. In Dirleton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.7 days and collects up to 321mm (12.64") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Dirleton are January through April, November and December. In Dirleton, United Kingdom, in December, snow falls for 1.5 days, with typically accumulated 11mm (0.43") of snow. In Dirleton, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.6 days and aggregates up to 75mm (2.95") of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 7h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:18 am and sunset at 3:41 pm. On the last day of December, in Dirleton, sunrise is at 8:42 am and sunset at 3:46 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In Dirleton, United Kingdom, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Dirleton in December?
The high-temperature, in December, in Dirleton, is 6.9°C (44.4°F), while the low-temperature averages to 4°C (39.2°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Dirleton?
The average relative humidity in December is 83%.
How much does it rain in Dirleton in December?
In Dirleton, in December, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 19mm (0.75") of accumulated precipitation.
How much does it snow in Dirleton in December?
In Dirleton, during December, snow falls for 1.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 11mm (0.43") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days in Dirleton?
December has the shortest days of the year in Dirleton, with an average of 7h and 6min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December in Dirleton?
The average day length in December in Dirleton is 7h and 4min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Dirleton?
On the first day of December in Dirleton, sunrise is at 8:18 am and sunset at 3:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:42 am and sunset at 3:46 pm GMT.
How long on average sun shines in December in Dirleton?
In Dirleton, United Kingdom, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.
When is the lowest UV index in Dirleton?
The months with the lowest UV index in Dirleton, United Kingdom, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.
What is the UV index intensity in December in Dirleton?
In Dirleton, United Kingdom, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average visibility
Average temperature in December - Dirleton, United Kingdom
Average temperature in December
Dirleton, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in December: 6.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (16.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.4°C).

Average pressure in December - Dirleton, United Kingdom
Average pressure in December
Dirleton, 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 (1007mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Dirleton, United Kingdom
Average wind speed in December
Dirleton, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in December: 26.8km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and December (26.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (15.7km/h).

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and July (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (81%).

Average rainfall in December - Dirleton, United Kingdom
Average rainfall in December
Dirleton, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in December: 19mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (42mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (15mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Dirleton, United Kingdom
Average rainfall days in December
Dirleton, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.9 days).

Average snowfall in December - Dirleton, United Kingdom
Average snowfall in December
Dirleton, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in December: 11mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (28mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Dirleton, United Kingdom
Average snowfall days in December
Dirleton, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.4 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 - Dirleton, United Kingdom
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Dirleton, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 1min

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: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 8h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December - Dirleton, United Kingdom
Average sunshine days in December
Dirleton, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December - Dirleton, United Kingdom
Average UV index in December
Dirleton, United Kingdom
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (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 - Dirleton, United Kingdom
Average cloud cover in December
Dirleton, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The months with the most cloud cover are March, June and November (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 48).

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

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

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