December weather forecastDundee, United Kingdom
December
Weather in December
December in Dundee rings in the classic British winter. Temperatures drop to their year-end low, whereas sea temperatures also slide down, mirroring the cooler environment. Snowfall reemerges at 11mm (0.43"), marking the return of winter's hallmark feature. With a decrease in daylight hours, this month brings early sunsets, paving the way for longer, freezing nights. The omnipresent Dundee winds persist, rounding off the atmospheric repertoire of a chilly December.Temperature
Dundee, United Kingdom, observes an average high-temperature of a cold 5.5°C (41.9°F) in December, barely different from 7.7°C (45.9°F) in November. The nighttime temperature in Dundee in December experiences a minor dip, averaging a still icy 1.7°C (35.1°F).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity in Dundee are January, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 87%.Rainfall
In December, in Dundee, United Kingdom, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout December, 21mm (0.83") of precipitation is accumulated. In Dundee, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.9 days and collects up to 321mm (12.64") of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Dundee are January through April, November and December. In Dundee, during December, snow falls for 1.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 11mm (0.43") of snow. In Dundee, United Kingdom, during the entire year, snow falls for 10 days and aggregates up to 66mm (2.6") of snow.Sea temperature
In Dundee, in December, the average water temperature is 9.2°C (48.6°F).Note: Dipping into 9.2°C (48.6°F) below 10°C (50°F) needs protective wear, or you'd face cold shock and breathing issues swiftly. Meanwhile, a slight swim around 13°C (55.4°F) feels cold to the bone.
Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 7h and 0min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:22 am and sunset at 3:39 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:46 am and sunset at 3:44 pm GMT.
Sunshine
In Dundee, United Kingdom, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.UV index
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Dundee. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Dundee, 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 (4.8°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 1.7°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (10.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.4°C).
Average pressure in December
Dundee, United Kingdom
- Average pressure in December: 1007.4mbar
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
Dundee, United Kingdom
- Average wind speed in December: 18.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (18.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (12.2km/h).
Average humidity in December
Dundee, United Kingdom
- Average humidity in December: 87%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, November and December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (81%).
Average rainfall in December
Dundee, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall in December: 21mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (46mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (16mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Dundee, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.6 days).
Average snowfall in December
Dundee, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall in December: 11mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (23mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Dundee, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall days in December: 1.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Dundee, United Kingdom
- Average sea temperature in December: 9.2°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (14.2°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (6.5°C).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Dundee, United Kingdom
- Average daylight in December: 7h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 36min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and October (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in December
Dundee, 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 days).
Average UV index in December
Dundee, United Kingdom
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (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
Dundee, United Kingdom
- Average cloud cover in December: 53
The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 51).
Average visibility in December
Dundee, United Kingdom
- Average visibility in December: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (8km).
