December weather forecast
Fort Augustus, United Kingdom

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Fort Augustus, United Kingdom, with an average temperature fluctuating between 2.6°C (36.7°F) and -1.1°C (30°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature during December is a still wintry 2.6°C (36.7°F), almost matching the conditions of the preceding month. December nights in Fort Augustus, United Kingdom, anticipate an average temperature of -1.1°C (30°F), a modest decline from the daytime.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 93%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 18.5 days. Throughout December, 73mm (2.87") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 221.5 rainfall days, and 641mm (25.24") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Fort Augustus are January through May, October through December. In Fort Augustus, in December, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 80mm (3.15") of snow. In Fort Augustus, United Kingdom, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.9 days and aggregates up to 425mm (16.73") of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Fort Augustus is December, with an average of 6h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:33 am and sunset at 3:42 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:57 am and sunset at 3:46 pm GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Fort Augustus are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 1 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Fort Augustus?

The high-temperature, in December, in Fort Augustus, records 2.6°C (36.7°F), while the low-temperature is -1.1°C (30°F).

What is the most humid month in Fort Augustus?

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 93%, are most humid months in Fort Augustus.

What is the average humidity in December in Fort Augustus?

The average relative humidity in December in Fort Augustus is 93%.

How many days does it rain in December in Fort Augustus?

In Fort Augustus, in December, during 18.5 rainfall days, 73mm (2.87") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Fort Augustus in December?

In Fort Augustus, United Kingdom, in December, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 80mm (3.15") of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Fort Augustus?

The month with the shortest days in Fort Augustus, United Kingdom, is December, with an average of 6h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Fort Augustus?

In December, the average day length is 6h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Fort Augustus?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:33 am and sunset at 3:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:57 am and sunset at 3:46 pm GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does Fort Augustus have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Fort Augustus is 3.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Fort Augustus?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Fort Augustus?

In Fort Augustus, United Kingdom, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Fort Augustus, United Kingdom

Average temperature in December - Fort Augustus, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in December: 2.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (14.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -1.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (8.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-1.5°C).

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Average pressure in December
Fort Augustus, United Kingdom

Average pressure in December - Fort Augustus, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in December: 1006.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1005.8mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Fort Augustus, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in December - Fort Augustus, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in December: 15km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (16km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (10.4km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Fort Augustus, United Kingdom

Average humidity in December - Fort Augustus, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in December: 93%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (93%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (83%).

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Average rainfall in December
Fort Augustus, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in December - Fort Augustus, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in December: 73mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (78mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (28mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Fort Augustus, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in December - Fort Augustus, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (22.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (15 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Fort Augustus, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in December - Fort Augustus, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in December: 80mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (132mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Fort Augustus, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in December - Fort Augustus, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Fort Augustus, United Kingdom

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fort Augustus, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in December: 6h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Fort Augustus, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in December - Fort Augustus, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (10.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (4.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Fort Augustus, United Kingdom

Average UV index in December - Fort Augustus, United Kingdom
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Fort Augustus, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in December - Fort Augustus, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in December: 70

The months with the most cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 64).

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Average visibility in December
Fort Augustus, United Kingdom

Average visibility in December - Fort Augustus, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in December: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May and June (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July, August, September, October, November and December (7km).

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