December weather forecast
Houghton on the Hill, United Kingdom

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Houghton on the Hill, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 2.5°C (36.5°F) and 6.7°C (44.1°F).

Temperature

Houghton on the Hill, United Kingdom, sees the arrival of December with an average high-temperature of a still chilly 6.7°C (44.1°F), indicating a subtle variation from November. Houghton on the Hill's December nights demonstrate minimal variation from the daytime temperatures, with an average of 2.5°C (36.5°F).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 91%, December is the most humid month in Houghton on the Hill.

Rainfall

In December, in Houghton on the Hill, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout December, 32mm (1.26") of precipitation is accumulated. In Houghton on the Hill, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.4 days and collects up to 370mm (14.57") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Houghton on the Hill. In Houghton on the Hill, during December, snow falls for 2 days and regularly aggregates up to 14mm (0.55") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 10.5 snowfall days, and 66mm (2.6") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Houghton on the Hill is December, with an average of 7h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 3:53 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 3:59 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In Houghton on the Hill, 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Houghton on the Hill?
In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Houghton on the Hill, United Kingdom, are 6.7°C (44.1°F) and 2.5°C (36.5°F) respectively.
What is the most humid month in Houghton on the Hill?
With an average relative humidity of 91%, December is the most humid month.
What is the average humidity in December in Houghton on the Hill?
In Houghton on the Hill, United Kingdom, the average relative humidity in December is 91%.
How much does it rain in Houghton on the Hill in December?
In Houghton on the Hill, United Kingdom, during December, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 32mm (1.26") of precipitation.
How many days does it snow in December in Houghton on the Hill?
In Houghton on the Hill, in December, during 2 snowfall days, 14mm (0.55") of snow is typically accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days in Houghton on the Hill?
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 7h and 42min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December in Houghton on the Hill?
The average day length in December in Houghton on the Hill is 7h and 44min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Houghton on the Hill?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 3:53 pm. On the last day of the month, in Houghton on the Hill, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 3:59 pm GMT.
How many hours of sunshine does Houghton on the Hill have in December?
The average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Houghton on the Hill?
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.
How high is the UV index in December in Houghton on the Hill?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Houghton on the Hill is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Houghton on the Hill, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in December: 6.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (20.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 2.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (1.3°C).

Average pressure in December
Houghton on the Hill, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in December: 1013mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009.7mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Houghton on the Hill, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in December: 18.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (18.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.8km/h).

Average humidity in December
Houghton on the Hill, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in December: 91%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (79%).

Average rainfall in December
Houghton on the Hill, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in December: 32mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (49mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March, April and September (23mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Houghton on the Hill, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (11.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Houghton on the Hill, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in December: 14mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (28mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Houghton on the Hill, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.7 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
Houghton on the Hill, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Houghton on the Hill, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (15.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Houghton on the Hill, 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 months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Houghton on the Hill, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 52).

Average visibility in December
Houghton on the Hill, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

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

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