December weather forecastDuddingston, United Kingdom
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Duddingston, United Kingdom, with temperature in the range of an average low of 2.1°C (35.8°F) and an average high of 5.5°C (41.9°F).Temperature
The arrival of December brings an average high-temperature of a cold 5.5°C (41.9°F), subtly diverging from November's 8°C (46.4°F). Duddingston encounters a negligible difference from daytime peaks throughout the December nights, with a low-temperature average of 2.1°C (35.8°F).Humidity
The most humid month in Duddingston is December, with an average relative humidity of 88%.Rainfall
In Duddingston, in December, during 15.8 rainfall days, 39mm (1.54") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Duddingston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 205.2 days and collects up to 512mm (20.16") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Duddingston, in December, during 1.7 snowfall days, 12mm (0.47") of snow is typically accumulated. In Duddingston, 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.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 3:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:43 am and sunset at 3:48 pm GMT.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine in Duddingston is 4.4h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in December in Duddingston 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 ordinary individuals.Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Duddingston, 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
Duddingston, 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
Duddingston, 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
Duddingston, 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
Duddingston, 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
Duddingston, 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
Duddingston, 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
Duddingston, 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
Duddingston, 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
Duddingston, 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
Duddingston, 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
Duddingston, 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
Duddingston, 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).
