December weather forecast
Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom

December

Weather in December

December marks the initiation of winter in the Isles of Scilly. The drop in temperatures results in a cold, yet tolerable winter. It exhibits a fluctuating pattern in the weather, transitioning from the cool nature of November to the cold embrace of January. With an average sea temperature of 11.9°C (53.4°F), winter activities, particularly focused around Christmas and New Year, become the center of attraction.

Temperature

The transition into December is marked with an average high-temperature of a still cool 11.3°C (52.3°F), showing an insignificant shift from November's 12.5°C (54.5°F). Night temperatures during December experience a slight downturn, averaging a chilly 9.6°C (49.3°F).

Humidity

January, February, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 20.7 days. Throughout December, 71mm (2.8") of precipitation is accumulated. In Isles of Scilly, during the entire year, the rain falls for 200.8 days and collects up to 599mm (23.58") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January, February, April through September, November and December are months without snowfall.

Sea temperature

In Isles of Scilly, in December, the average water temperature is 11.9°C (53.4°F).
Note: Navigating the 11.9°C (53.4°F) at 13°C (55.4°F) is no joy, and temperatures less than 10°C (50°F) can threaten breathing and cause a chilling shock, gauging personal stamina.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:23 am and sunset at 4:33 pm GMT.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.9h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?
The high-temperature during December is 11.3°C (52.3°F) and the low-temperature is 9.6°C (49.3°F).
What is the least humid month?
January, February, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the least humid months.
What is the average humidity in December?
The average relative humidity in December is 78%.
How many days does it rain in December?
In Isles of Scilly, in December, during 20.7 rainfall days, 71mm (2.8") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
When it does not snow?
In Isles of Scilly, snow does not fall in January, February, April through September, November and December.
How cold is the water in December?
In Isles of Scilly, the average seawater temperature in December is 11.9°C (53.4°F). Swimming in 11.9°C (53.4°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.
What is the month with the shortest days?
With an average of 8h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
What is the average length of the day in December?
In December, the average day length is 8h and 11min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Isles of Scilly?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:23 am and sunset at 4:33 pm GMT.
What is the month with the least sunshine?
With an average of 3.9h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.
How many hours of sunshine does Isles of Scilly have in December?
In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.9h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index?
January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index.
What is the UV index intensity in December?
In Isles of Scilly, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom
Average temperature in December
Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in December: 11.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (17.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (9.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 9.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (7.9°C).

Average pressure in December - Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom
Average pressure in December
Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in December: 1015.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.6mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom
Average wind speed in December
Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in December: 35.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (35.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (23.8km/h).

Average humidity in December - Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom
Average humidity in December
Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, November and December (78%).

Average rainfall in December - Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom
Average rainfall in December
Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in December: 71mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (86mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (29mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom
Average rainfall days in December
Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in December: 20.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (13.1 days).

Average snowfall days in December - Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom
Average snowfall days in December
Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, April, May, June, July, August, September, November and December (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December - Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom
Average sea temperature in December
Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom
  • Average sea temperature in December: 11.9°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (17.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (10.1°C).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December - Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom
Average sunshine days in December
Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (5.7 days).

Average UV index in December - Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom
Average UV index in December
Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, November and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December - Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom
Average cloud cover in December
Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 44).

Average visibility in December - Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom
Average visibility in December
Isles of Scilly, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

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

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