December weather forecast
Isle of Wight, United Kingdom

The rocky shores of Freshwater Bay located on the Isle of Wight, in the United Kingdom
The rocky shores of Freshwater Bay located on the Isle of Wight, in the United Kingdom

December

Weather in December

December in Isle of Wight, UK, enjoys the merry spirit of winter holidays. The weather presents the second coldest month of the year with temperatures plunging to 6.5°C (43.7°F). Snowfall returns to the scene after a long gap, adding to the Christmas charm that pervades the island. With the shortest daylight hours and scanty sunshine, December presents a true winter experience. Even though the month is characterized by a decrease in visibility due to fog and haze, the festive magic endears everyone to Isle of Wight’s December weather.

Temperature

December's average high-temperature in Isle of Wight stands at a chilly 9.4°C (48.9°F), showing little deviation from November's 11.5°C (52.7°F). In Isle of Wight, the nocturnal temperatures throughout December show a marginal dip from the daytime averages, settling at a still frosty 6.5°C (43.7°F).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Isle of Wight are January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%.

Rainfall

In Isle of Wight, in December, it is raining for 17.6 days, with typically 59mm (2.32") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 182.5 rainfall days, and 469mm (18.46") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Isle of Wight are January through March, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 1 days. Throughout December, 3mm (0.12") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Isle of Wight, there are 4.8 snowfall days, and 18mm (0.71") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:03 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 4:10 pm GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Isle of Wight is 4.4h.

UV index

In Isle of Wight, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during December leads to these instructions:
Guard yourself - An obligation to protect skin and eyes from harm exists. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Isle of Wight?
Isle of Wight in December has an average high-temperature of 9.4°C (48.9°F) and an average low-temperature of 6.5°C (43.7°F).
What are the most humid months in Isle of Wight?
The months with the highest humidity in Isle of Wight are January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 83%.
What is the average humidity in December in Isle of Wight?
The average relative humidity in December in Isle of Wight is 83%.
How many days does it rain in December in Isle of Wight?
In Isle of Wight, United Kingdom, in December, it is raining for 17.6 days, with typically 59mm (2.32") of accumulated precipitation.
How much does it snow in Isle of Wight in December?
In Isle of Wight, in December, snow falls for 1 days, with typically accumulated 3mm (0.12") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days in Isle of Wight?
With an average of 8h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Isle of Wight, United Kingdom.
What is the average length of the day in December in Isle of Wight?
The average day length in December in Isle of Wight, United Kingdom, is 8h and 4min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Isle of Wight?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 4:10 pm GMT.
How many hours of sunshine does Isle of Wight have in December?
In Isle of Wight, United Kingdom, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.
How high is the UV index in December in Isle of Wight?
The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in December
Isle of Wight, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in December: 9.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (18.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 6.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (4.8°C).

Average pressure in December
Isle of Wight, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in December: 1015.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.8mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Isle of Wight, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in December: 26.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (26.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (17.6km/h).

Average humidity in December
Isle of Wight, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (79%).

Average rainfall in December
Isle of Wight, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in December: 59mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (63mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are April and May (24mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Isle of Wight, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in December: 17.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (12.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Isle of Wight, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in December: 3mm

The month with the highest snowfall is November (7mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Isle of Wight, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Isle of Wight, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Isle of Wight, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (6.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Isle of Wight, United Kingdom
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and February (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Isle of Wight, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in December
Isle of Wight, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (9km).

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