December weather forecast
Kirkby Malham, United Kingdom

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Kirkby Malham, United Kingdom, with an average temperature fluctuating between 5.4°C (41.7°F) and 1.4°C (34.5°F).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature registers at a cold 5.4°C (41.7°F), nearly identical to November's 7.5°C (45.5°F). December is characterized by a steady nighttime low-temperature of 1.4°C (34.5°F).

Humidity

January, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 92%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Kirkby Malham, in December, during 9.4 rainfall days, 26mm (1.02") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kirkby Malham, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.3 days and collects up to 289mm (11.38") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Kirkby Malham, in December, during 2.1 snowfall days, 15mm (0.59") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 13.8 snowfall days, and 88mm (3.46") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 7h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 3:50 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:27 am and sunset at 3:56 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In Kirkby Malham, the average sunshine in December is 3.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?
The high-temperature, in December, in Kirkby Malham, is 5.4°C (41.7°F), while the low-temperature averages to 1.4°C (34.5°F).
What is the most humid month?
January, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 92%, are most humid months.
What is the average humidity in December?
The average relative humidity in December is 92%.
How much does it rain in December?
In Kirkby Malham, in December, during 9.4 rainfall days, 26mm (1.02") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How many days does it snow in December?
In Kirkby Malham, in December, snow falls for 2.1 days, with typically accumulated 15mm (0.59") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days?
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 7h and 30min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Kirkby Malham have in December?
In Kirkby Malham, the average day length in December is 7h and 29min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 3:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:27 am and sunset at 3:56 pm GMT.
How many hours of sunshine does Kirkby Malham have in December?
The average sunshine duration in December is 3.2h.
When is the lowest UV index?
January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Kirkby Malham.
What is the UV index intensity in December?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Kirkby Malham, United Kingdom
Average temperature in December
Kirkby Malham, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in December: 5.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (17.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 1.4°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (9.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0.3°C).

Average pressure in December - Kirkby Malham, United Kingdom
Average pressure in December
Kirkby Malham, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in December: 1011.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1008.7mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Kirkby Malham, United Kingdom
Average wind speed in December
Kirkby Malham, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in December: 19km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (19.1km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (13.2km/h).

Average humidity in December - Kirkby Malham, United Kingdom
Average humidity in December
Kirkby Malham, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in December: 92%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, November and December (92%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (84%).

Average rainfall in December - Kirkby Malham, United Kingdom
Average rainfall in December
Kirkby Malham, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in December: 26mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (33mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (11mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Kirkby Malham, United Kingdom
Average rainfall days in December
Kirkby Malham, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in December - Kirkby Malham, United Kingdom
Average snowfall in December
Kirkby Malham, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in December: 15mm

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

Average snowfall days in December - Kirkby Malham, United Kingdom
Average snowfall days in December
Kirkby Malham, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kirkby Malham, United Kingdom
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Kirkby Malham, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and November (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December - Kirkby Malham, United Kingdom
Average sunshine days in December
Kirkby Malham, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14 days).

Average UV index in December - Kirkby Malham, United Kingdom
Average UV index in December
Kirkby Malham, 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, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December - Kirkby Malham, United Kingdom
Average cloud cover in December
Kirkby Malham, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in December: 70

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 59).

Average visibility in December - Kirkby Malham, United Kingdom
Average visibility in December
Kirkby Malham, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in December: 8km

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

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