December weather forecast
Hitchin, United Kingdom

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Hitchin, United Kingdom, with temperature in the range of an average high of 7.2°C (45°F) and an average low of 2.9°C (37.2°F).

Temperature

Hitchin's average high-temperature in December is a still frosty 7.2°C (45°F), marking an insignificant difference from the 9.6°C (49.3°F) of November. The temperature in Hitchin during December sees a subtle transition from day to night, averaging a low of 2.9°C (37.2°F).

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

Rainfall

In Hitchin, during December, the rain falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 34mm (1.34") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 160.5 rainfall days, and 325mm (12.8") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Hitchin, United Kingdom, during December, snow falls for 2 days and regularly aggregates up to 19mm (0.75") of snow. In Hitchin, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.3 days and aggregates up to 81mm (3.19") of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 7h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 3:53 pm. On the last day of December, in Hitchin, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 3:59 pm GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes 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 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Hitchin?
The high-temperature, in December, in Hitchin, records 7.2°C (45°F), while the low-temperature is 2.9°C (37.2°F).
What is the most humid month in Hitchin?
The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 90%.
What is the average humidity in December in Hitchin?
In December, the average relative humidity is 90%.
How much does it rain in Hitchin in December?
In December, the rain falls for 12.9 days. Throughout December, 34mm (1.34") of precipitation is accumulated.
How much does it snow in Hitchin in December?
In Hitchin, United Kingdom, in December, snow falls for 2 days, with typically accumulated 19mm (0.75") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days in Hitchin?
With an average of 7h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Hitchin.
How many hours of daylight does Hitchin have in December?
The average day length in December in Hitchin is 7h and 51min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Hitchin?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 3:53 pm. On the last day of the month, in Hitchin, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 3:59 pm GMT.
How long on average sun shines in December in Hitchin?
In December, the average sunshine duration in Hitchin is 4.2h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Hitchin?
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.
How high is the UV index in December in Hitchin?
In Hitchin, United Kingdom, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in December - Hitchin, United Kingdom
Average temperature in December
Hitchin, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in December: 7.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (21.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 2.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.6°C).

Average pressure in December - Hitchin, United Kingdom
Average pressure in December
Hitchin, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in December: 1014mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are May and September (1016.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.3mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Hitchin, United Kingdom
Average wind speed in December
Hitchin, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in December: 18.4km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and December (18.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.9km/h).

Average humidity in December - Hitchin, United Kingdom
Average humidity in December
Hitchin, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in December: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (77%).

Average rainfall in December - Hitchin, United Kingdom
Average rainfall in December
Hitchin, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in December: 34mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (43mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (19mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Hitchin, United Kingdom
Average rainfall days in December
Hitchin, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in December - Hitchin, United Kingdom
Average snowfall in December
Hitchin, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in December: 19mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (29mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Hitchin, United Kingdom
Average snowfall days in December
Hitchin, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.6 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 - Hitchin, United Kingdom
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hitchin, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December - Hitchin, United Kingdom
Average sunshine days in December
Hitchin, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.7 days).

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December - Hitchin, United Kingdom
Average cloud cover in December
Hitchin, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The months with the most cloud cover are February and November (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 49).

Average visibility in December - Hitchin, United Kingdom
Average visibility in December
Hitchin, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

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

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