Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
December
Weather in December
Temperature
Harrogate experiences a transition to a still chilly 6.2°C (43.2°F) in average high-temperatures with the arrival of December, not greatly differing from November's 8.6°C (47.5°F). Nighttime temperatures record an average of 2.1°C (35.8°F) throughout December.Humidity
January, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 89%, are the most humid months in Harrogate, United Kingdom.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 9mm (0.35") of precipitation is accumulated. In Harrogate, during the entire year, the rain falls for 86.4 days and collects up to 137mm (5.39") of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Harrogate are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows in Harrogate, United Kingdom. Throughout December, in the average 1.2 snowfall days, it receives 4mm (0.16") of snow. In Harrogate, during the entire year, snow falls for 8 days and aggregates up to 22mm (0.87") of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 7h and 30min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 3:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:24 am and sunset at 3:53 pm GMT.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine in Harrogate is 4.7h.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
How cold does it get in Harrogate in December?
What is the most humid month in Harrogate?
What is the average humidity in December in Harrogate?
How many days does it rain in December in Harrogate?
When does it start snowing in Harrogate?
What is the month with the shortest days in Harrogate?
How many hours of daylight does Harrogate have in December?
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Harrogate?
How many hours of sunshine does Harrogate have in December?
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Harrogate?
What is the UV index intensity in December in Harrogate?
Average temperature in December
Harrogate, United Kingdom
- Average high temperature in December: 6.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (19.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.5°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 2.1°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1°C).
Average pressure in December
Harrogate, United Kingdom
- Average pressure in December: 1011.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1008.7mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Harrogate, United Kingdom
- Average wind speed in December: 17.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (17.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (12.5km/h).
Average humidity in December
Harrogate, United Kingdom
- Average humidity in December: 89%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, November and December (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (80%).
Average rainfall in December
Harrogate, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall in December: 9mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (18mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (3mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Harrogate, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (5.2 days).
Average snowfall in December
Harrogate, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall in December: 4mm
The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (7mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Harrogate, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall days in December: 1.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Harrogate, United Kingdom
- Average daylight in December: 7h and 3min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and November (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Harrogate, United Kingdom
- Average sunshine days in December: 23.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (17.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Harrogate, United Kingdom
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Harrogate, United Kingdom
- Average cloud cover in December: 54
The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 51).
Average visibility in December
Harrogate, United Kingdom
- Average visibility in December: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, July, August and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are June, September, October and November (8km).
