December weather forecast
Kirkby Stephen, United Kingdom

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Kirkby Stephen, United Kingdom, with an average temperature ranging between max 4.7°C (40.5°F) and min 0.6°C (33.1°F).

Temperature

December brings an average high-temperature of a wintry 4.7°C (40.5°F), showing a slight difference from November's 6.7°C (44.1°F). During the nights of December, Kirkby Stephen maintains an almost steady temperature with an average low of 0.6°C (33.1°F).

Humidity

January, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 93%, are the most humid months in Kirkby Stephen, United Kingdom.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 16 days and accumulates 41mm (1.61") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In December, in Kirkby Stephen, it is snowing for 5.7 days. Throughout December, 41mm (1.61") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 31 snowfall days, and 197mm (7.76") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 7h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Kirkby Stephen.
On the first day of December in Kirkby Stephen, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 3:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:30 am and sunset at 3:54 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Kirkby Stephen is 2.8h.

UV index

In Kirkby Stephen, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Kirkby Stephen during December?
The high-temperature, in December, in Kirkby Stephen, is 4.7°C (40.5°F), while the low-temperature averages to 0.6°C (33.1°F).
What is the most humid month in Kirkby Stephen?
January, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 93%, are most humid months.
What is the average humidity in December in Kirkby Stephen?
The average relative humidity in December is 93%.
What is the rainiest month in Kirkby Stephen?
December is the month with the most rainfall in Kirkby Stephen, United Kingdom. Rain falls for 16 days and accumulates 41mm (1.61") of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in December in Kirkby Stephen?
In Kirkby Stephen, United Kingdom, in December, it is raining for 16 days, with typically 41mm (1.61") of accumulated precipitation.
How much does it snow in Kirkby Stephen in December?
In Kirkby Stephen, during December, snow falls for 5.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 41mm (1.61") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days in Kirkby Stephen?
With an average of 7h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Kirkby Stephen, United Kingdom.
How many hours of daylight does Kirkby Stephen have in December?
The average day length in December is 7h and 23min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Kirkby Stephen?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 3:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:30 am and sunset at 3:54 pm GMT.
How many hours of sunshine does Kirkby Stephen have in December?
The average sunshine duration in December in Kirkby Stephen, United Kingdom, is 2.8h.
What is the UV index reading in December in Kirkby Stephen?
The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average wind speed
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Average temperature in December - Kirkby Stephen, United Kingdom
Average temperature in December
Kirkby Stephen, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in December: 4.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (16.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (3.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 0.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-0.2°C).

Average pressure in December - Kirkby Stephen, United Kingdom
Average pressure in December
Kirkby Stephen, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in December: 1010.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1008.1mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Kirkby Stephen, United Kingdom
Average wind speed in December
Kirkby Stephen, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in December: 19.1km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and December (19.1km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (12.7km/h).

Average humidity in December - Kirkby Stephen, United Kingdom
Average humidity in December
Kirkby Stephen, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in December: 93%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, November and December (93%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (86%).

Average rainfall in December - Kirkby Stephen, United Kingdom
Average rainfall in December
Kirkby Stephen, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in December: 41mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (41mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (17mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Kirkby Stephen, United Kingdom
Average rainfall days in December
Kirkby Stephen, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in December: 16 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.3 days).

Average snowfall in December - Kirkby Stephen, United Kingdom
Average snowfall in December
Kirkby Stephen, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in December: 41mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (55mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Kirkby Stephen, United Kingdom
Average snowfall days in December
Kirkby Stephen, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kirkby Stephen, United Kingdom
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Kirkby Stephen, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December - Kirkby Stephen, United Kingdom
Average sunshine days in December
Kirkby Stephen, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.9 days

The months with the most sunshine days are May and September (12.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (8 days).

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December - Kirkby Stephen, United Kingdom
Average cloud cover in December
Kirkby Stephen, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in December: 73

The months with the most cloud cover are January and November (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 62).

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

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, October and December (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, June, July, August, September and November (7km).

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