December weather forecast
Elderslie, United Kingdom

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Elderslie, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between max 5.6°C (42.1°F) and min 1.9°C (35.4°F).

Temperature

The transition from November to December sees average high-temperatures adjusting to a wintry 5.6°C (42.1°F), from a not significantly different 7.5°C (45.5°F). Elderslie experiences a minimal drop from daytime high temperatures, recording an average low-temperature of 1.9°C (35.4°F) throughout December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Elderslie are January, September through December, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

Rainfall

In Elderslie, in December, it is raining for 22.2 days, with typically 100mm (3.94") of accumulated precipitation. In Elderslie, United Kingdom, during the entire year, the rain falls for 259.2 days and collects up to 976mm (38.43") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Elderslie are January through April, November and December. In Elderslie, in December, snow falls for 2.5 days, with typically accumulated 21mm (0.83") of snow. In Elderslie, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.4 days and aggregates up to 160mm (6.3") 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 December, sunrise is at 8:24 am and sunset at 3:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:47 am and sunset at 3:54 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Elderslie is 3.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Elderslie is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Elderslie?
During December, Elderslie experiences an average high-temperature of 5.6°C (42.1°F) and a low-temperature of 1.9°C (35.4°F).
What is the most humid month in Elderslie?
January, September through December, with an average relative humidity of 89%, are most humid months in Elderslie, United Kingdom.
What is the average humidity in December in Elderslie?
The average relative humidity in December is 89%.
How much does it rain in Elderslie in December?
In Elderslie, United Kingdom, in December, during 22.2 rainfall days, 100mm (3.94") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How much does it snow in Elderslie in December?
In Elderslie, in December, during 2.5 snowfall days, 21mm (0.83") of snow is typically accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days in Elderslie?
December has the shortest days of the year in Elderslie, United Kingdom, with an average of 7h and 6min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December in Elderslie?
The average day length in December in Elderslie, United Kingdom, is 7h and 7min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Elderslie?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:24 am and sunset at 3:49 pm. On the last day of the month, in Elderslie, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 8:47 am and sunset at 3:54 pm GMT.
How many hours of sunshine does Elderslie have in December?
In Elderslie, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.5h.
How high is the UV index in December in Elderslie?
The average daily maximum UV index in December in Elderslie is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average wind speed
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Average temperature in December - Elderslie, United Kingdom
Average temperature in December
Elderslie, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in December: 5.6°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 (4.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 1.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (10.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.4°C).

Average pressure in December - Elderslie, United Kingdom
Average pressure in December
Elderslie, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in December: 1008mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1006.8mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Elderslie, United Kingdom
Average wind speed in December
Elderslie, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in December: 18.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (18.9km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (12.2km/h).

Average humidity in December - Elderslie, United Kingdom
Average humidity in December
Elderslie, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, September, October, November and December (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (83%).

Average rainfall in December - Elderslie, United Kingdom
Average rainfall in December
Elderslie, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in December: 100mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (110mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (44mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Elderslie, United Kingdom
Average rainfall days in December
Elderslie, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in December: 22.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (26.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (18.3 days).

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (67mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elderslie, United Kingdom
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Elderslie, 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 3min

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 - Elderslie, United Kingdom
Average sunshine days in December
Elderslie, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (9.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (2.8 days).

Average UV index in December - Elderslie, United Kingdom
Average UV index in December
Elderslie, 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 - Elderslie, United Kingdom
Average cloud cover in December
Elderslie, 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 - Elderslie, United Kingdom
Average visibility in December
Elderslie, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in December: 8km

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

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