December weather forecast
Inverness, United Kingdom

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Inverness, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 1.2°C (34.2°F) and 4.6°C (40.3°F).

Temperature

With December's advent, Inverness sees an average high-temperature of a cold 4.6°C (40.3°F), subtly shifted from November's 7.1°C (44.8°F). Inverness's nocturnal readings in December exhibit minimal variation from the daytime temperatures, averaging at 1.2°C (34.2°F).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Inverness are January, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

Rainfall

In Inverness, during December, the rain falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 20mm (0.79") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 155.3 rainfall days, and 270mm (10.63") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Inverness, United Kingdom, are January through May, October through December. In Inverness, United Kingdom, in December, during 2.8 snowfall days, 13mm (0.51") of snow is typically accumulated. In Inverness, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.1 days and aggregates up to 112mm (4.41") of snow.

Sea temperature

In December, the average sea temperature in Inverness is 10°C (50°F).
Note: One needs to be cautious in 10°C (50°F) waters. 13°C (55.4°F) is already forbidding, but sub-10°C (14°F) can seriously disrupt your breathing and lead to a frigid shock, considering one's well-being.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 6h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:33 am and sunset at 3:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:58 am and sunset at 3:41 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In Inverness, the average sunshine in December is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Inverness are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Inverness?

December temperatures in Inverness vary between a high-temperature of 4.6°C (40.3°F) and a low-temperature of 1.2°C (34.2°F).

What are the most humid months in Inverness?

The months with the highest humidity in Inverness, United Kingdom, are January, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

What is the average humidity in December in Inverness?

In Inverness, United Kingdom, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How much does it rain in Inverness in December?

In December, in Inverness, United Kingdom, the rain falls for 13.4 days. Throughout December, 20mm (0.79") of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Inverness?

In Inverness, during December, snow falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 13mm (0.51") of snow.

What is the water temperature in December in Inverness?

In December, the average sea temperature is 10°C (50°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.

What is the month with the shortest days in Inverness?

With an average of 6h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Inverness, United Kingdom.

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

In December, the average day length in Inverness is 6h and 44min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Inverness?

On the first day of December in Inverness, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 8:33 am and sunset at 3:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:58 am and sunset at 3:41 pm GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does Inverness have in December?

In Inverness, United Kingdom, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Inverness?

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Inverness.

How high is the UV index in December in Inverness?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Inverness, United Kingdom

Average temperature in December - Inverness, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in December: 4.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (16.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 1.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (9.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.8°C).

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Average pressure in December
Inverness, United Kingdom

Average pressure in December - Inverness, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in December: 1005.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1005.6mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Inverness, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in December - Inverness, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in December: 18.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (19.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (11.8km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Inverness, United Kingdom

Average humidity in December - Inverness, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, November and December (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (78%).

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Average rainfall in December
Inverness, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in December - Inverness, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in December: 20mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (32mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (14mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Inverness, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in December - Inverness, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and November (10.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Inverness, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in December - Inverness, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in December: 13mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (42mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Inverness, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in December - Inverness, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Inverness, United Kingdom

Average sea temperature in December - Inverness, United Kingdom
  • Average sea temperature in December: 10°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (14°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (7°C).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Inverness, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in December: 6h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Inverness, United Kingdom

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

The month with the most sunshine days is January (15.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Inverness, United Kingdom

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Inverness, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in December - Inverness, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 51).

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Average visibility in December
Inverness, United Kingdom

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

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

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