December weather forecast
Greenock, United Kingdom

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Greenock, United Kingdom, with an average temperature ranging between min 2.3°C (36.1°F) and max 5.5°C (41.9°F).

Temperature

December brings a marginal elevation to an icy 5.5°C (41.9°F) from November's 7.5°C (45.5°F) in Greenock's average high-temperatures. During December, Greenock perceives a slight decrease in temperature from daytime highs, settling at an average low of 2.3°C (36.1°F).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Greenock is December, when the rain falls for 22.5 days and typically aggregates up to 116mm (4.57") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Greenock, United Kingdom. In Greenock, during December, snow falls for 1.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 12mm (0.47") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 10.8 snowfall days, and 115mm (4.53") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Greenock, the average seawater temperature in December is 10°C (50°F).
Note: Dipping into 10°C (50°F) below 10°C (50°F) is possible with the right protection; absent that, anticipate cold shock and hampered breathing. Swimming momentarily at 13°C (55.4°F) can be jarring.

Daylight

With an average of 7h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:26 am and sunset at 3:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:49 am and sunset at 3:54 pm GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Greenock, United Kingdom, is 3.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Greenock?

The high-temperature, in December, in Greenock, records 5.5°C (41.9°F), while the low-temperature is 2.3°C (36.1°F).

What is the most humid month in Greenock?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Greenock?

In December, the average relative humidity in Greenock is 89%.

What is the rainiest month in Greenock?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 22.5 days and accumulates 116mm (4.57") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Greenock in December?

In Greenock, in December, during 22.5 rainfall days, 116mm (4.57") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Greenock?

In Greenock, in December, snow falls for 1.8 days, with typically accumulated 12mm (0.47") of snow.

What is the sea water temperature in December in Greenock?

In December, the average sea temperature in Greenock, United Kingdom, is 10°C (50°F). Swimming in 10°C (50°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

What is the month with the shortest days in Greenock?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Greenock?

In Greenock, United Kingdom, the average day length in December is 7h and 5min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Greenock?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:26 am and sunset at 3:50 pm. On the last day of the month, in Greenock, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 8:49 am and sunset at 3:54 pm GMT.

How long on average sun shines in December in Greenock?

In Greenock, United Kingdom, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.1h.

How high is the UV index in December in Greenock?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Greenock, United Kingdom

Average temperature in December - Greenock, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in December: 5.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (16.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 2.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (9.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (1.4°C).

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Average pressure in December
Greenock, United Kingdom

Average pressure in December - Greenock, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in December: 1007.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1006.6mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Greenock, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in December - Greenock, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in December: 18.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (19.3km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (11.9km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Greenock, United Kingdom

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

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

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Average rainfall in December
Greenock, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in December - Greenock, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in December: 116mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (116mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (48mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Greenock, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in December - Greenock, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in December: 22.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (24 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (17.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Greenock, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in December - Greenock, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in December: 12mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (53mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Greenock, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in December - Greenock, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Greenock, United Kingdom

Average sea temperature in December - Greenock, 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).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Greenock, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Greenock, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in December - Greenock, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (8.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (5.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Greenock, United Kingdom

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Greenock, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in December - Greenock, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in December: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 59).

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Average visibility in December
Greenock, United Kingdom

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

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

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