December weather forecast
Gilmerton, United Kingdom

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Gilmerton, 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 transition into December marks the average high-temperature at a wintry 5.5°C (41.9°F), differing minimally from November's 8°C (46.4°F). Gilmerton documents a consistent average low-temperature of 2.1°C (35.8°F) at night during December.

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

Rainfall

In December, in Gilmerton, United Kingdom, the rain falls for 15.8 days. Throughout December, 39mm (1.54") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Gilmerton, there are 205.2 rainfall days, and 512mm (20.16") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Gilmerton. In Gilmerton, United Kingdom, in December, snow falls for 1.7 days, with typically accumulated 12mm (0.47") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 9.2 snowfall days, and 66mm (2.6") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 7h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Gilmerton, 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 Gilmerton is 4.4h.

UV index

In Gilmerton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Gilmerton during December?

The high-temperature in Gilmerton during December is 5.5°C (41.9°F) and the low-temperature is 2.1°C (35.8°F).

What is the most humid month in Gilmerton?

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

What is the average humidity in December in Gilmerton?

In Gilmerton, the average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December in Gilmerton?

In Gilmerton, in December, it is raining for 15.8 days, with typically 39mm (1.54") of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Gilmerton?

In Gilmerton, United Kingdom, during December, snow falls for 1.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 12mm (0.47") of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gilmerton?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 7h and 6min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Gilmerton have in December?

In Gilmerton, United Kingdom, the average day length in December is 7h and 6min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Gilmerton?

In December, on the first day of the month, 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.

How many hours of sunshine does Gilmerton have in December?

In Gilmerton, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Gilmerton?

In Gilmerton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Gilmerton, United Kingdom

Average temperature in December - Gilmerton, 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).

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Average pressure in December
Gilmerton, United Kingdom

Average pressure in December - Gilmerton, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Gilmerton, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in December - Gilmerton, 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).

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Average humidity in December
Gilmerton, United Kingdom

Average humidity in December - Gilmerton, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Gilmerton, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in December - Gilmerton, 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).

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Average rainfall days in December
Gilmerton, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in December - Gilmerton, 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).

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Average snowfall in December
Gilmerton, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in December - Gilmerton, 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).

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Average snowfall days in December
Gilmerton, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in December - Gilmerton, 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).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gilmerton, United Kingdom

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gilmerton, 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: 4h and 2min

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Gilmerton, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in December - Gilmerton, 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).

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Average UV index in December
Gilmerton, United Kingdom

Average UV index in December - Gilmerton, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Gilmerton, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in December - Gilmerton, 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).

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Average visibility in December
Gilmerton, United Kingdom

Average visibility in December - Gilmerton, 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).

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