December weather forecast
Dumbarton, United Kingdom

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Dumbarton, United Kingdom, with temperature in the range of an average low of 1.9°C (35.4°F) and an average high of 5.5°C (41.9°F).

Temperature

December brings a marginal elevation to a cold 5.5°C (41.9°F) from November's 7.5°C (45.5°F) in Dumbarton's average high-temperatures. A consistent average low-temperature of 1.9°C (35.4°F), with a minor variance from the daytime highs, is noted in Dumbarton during the nights of December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are November and December, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 21.8 days and accumulates 88mm (3.46") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, in Dumbarton, it is snowing for 2.5 days. Throughout December, 21mm (0.83") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Dumbarton, there are 13 snowfall days, and 127mm (5") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In December, the average sea temperature in Dumbarton is 10°C (50°F).
Note: Beware of 10°C (50°F) waters at 13°C (55.4°F), they're uninviting, and a dip below 10°C (50°F) has risks of breath loss and cold shock, contingent on health.

Daylight

With an average of 7h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Dumbarton.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:25 am and sunset at 3:49 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:48 am and sunset at 3:53 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Dumbarton is 3.6h.

UV index

January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Dumbarton. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Dumbarton during December?
An average high-temperature, in December, in Dumbarton, is 5.5°C (41.9°F) and the average low-temperature is 1.9°C (35.4°F).
What are the most humid months in Dumbarton?
November and December, with an average relative humidity of 90%, are most humid months in Dumbarton, United Kingdom.
What is the average humidity in December in Dumbarton?
In Dumbarton, the average relative humidity in December is 90%.
What is the rainiest month in Dumbarton?
The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 21.8 days and typically aggregates up to 88mm (3.46") of precipitation.
How much does it rain in Dumbarton in December?
In Dumbarton, in December, it is raining for 21.8 days, with typically 88mm (3.46") of accumulated precipitation.
How many days does it snow in December in Dumbarton?
In Dumbarton, United Kingdom, during December, snow falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 21mm (0.83") of snow.
How cold is the water in December in Dumbarton?
In Dumbarton, in December, the average water temperature is 10°C (50°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.
What is the month with the shortest days in Dumbarton?
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 7h and 6min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Dumbarton have in December?
In Dumbarton, the average day length in December is 7h and 5min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Dumbarton?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:25 am and sunset at 3:49 pm. On the last day of the month, in Dumbarton, sunrise is at 8:48 am and sunset at 3:53 pm GMT.
How many hours of sunshine does Dumbarton have in December?
The average sunshine duration in December is 3.6h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Dumbarton?
January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Dumbarton.
How high is the UV index in December in Dumbarton?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average temperature in December - Dumbarton, United Kingdom
Average temperature in December
Dumbarton, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in December: 5.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (16.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 1.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (10°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (1.4°C).

Average pressure in December - Dumbarton, United Kingdom
Average pressure in December
Dumbarton, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in December: 1007.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1006.7mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Dumbarton, United Kingdom
Average wind speed in December
Dumbarton, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in December: 18.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (18.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12km/h).

Average humidity in December - Dumbarton, United Kingdom
Average humidity in December
Dumbarton, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in December: 90%

The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (83%).

Average rainfall in December - Dumbarton, United Kingdom
Average rainfall in December
Dumbarton, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in December: 88mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (88mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (37mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Dumbarton, United Kingdom
Average rainfall days in December
Dumbarton, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in December: 21.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (23 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (17.3 days).

Average snowfall in December - Dumbarton, United Kingdom
Average snowfall in December
Dumbarton, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in December: 21mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (49mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Dumbarton, United Kingdom
Average snowfall days in December
Dumbarton, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December - Dumbarton, United Kingdom
Average sea temperature in December
Dumbarton, United Kingdom
  • Average sea temperature in December: 10°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (14.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (7.4°C).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dumbarton, United Kingdom
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Dumbarton, 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: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December - Dumbarton, United Kingdom
Average sunshine days in December
Dumbarton, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (9.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.3 days).

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December - Dumbarton, United Kingdom
Average cloud cover in December
Dumbarton, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 56).

Average visibility in December - Dumbarton, United Kingdom
Average visibility in December
Dumbarton, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in December: 8km

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

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