December weather forecast
Leigh-on-Sea, United Kingdom

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Leigh-on-Sea, United Kingdom, with temperature in the range of an average high of 8°C (46.4°F) and an average low of 4.7°C (40.5°F).

Temperature

December brings an average high-temperature of a frosty 8°C (46.4°F), nearly identical to the preceding month. Leigh-on-Sea reports an average low-temperature of 4.7°C (40.5°F) during the subtly cooler December nights.

Humidity

December is the most humid month in Leigh-on-Sea, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

Rainfall

In Leigh-on-Sea, in December, during 12.4 rainfall days, 28mm (1.1") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Leigh-on-Sea, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.1 days and collects up to 293mm (11.54") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Leigh-on-Sea. In Leigh-on-Sea, during December, snow falls for 1.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 12mm (0.47") of snow. In Leigh-on-Sea, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.6 days and aggregates up to 42mm (1.65") of snow.

Sea temperature

In December, the average sea temperature is 10.8°C (51.4°F).
Note: Swimming in 10.8°C (51.4°F) poses a severe threat. Even short exposure to 13°C (55.4°F) is chilling, and going below 10°C (50°F) can cause breathing irregularities and intense cold shock, based on one's stamina.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 7h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 3:51 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 3:58 pm GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Leigh-on-Sea in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Leigh-on-Sea, is 8°C (46.4°F), while the average low-temperature is 4.7°C (40.5°F).

What is the most humid month in Leigh-on-Sea?

With an average relative humidity of 87%, December is the most humid month in Leigh-on-Sea.

What is the average humidity in December in Leigh-on-Sea?

In December, the average relative humidity in Leigh-on-Sea is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December in Leigh-on-Sea?

In December, in Leigh-on-Sea, the rain falls for 12.4 days. Throughout December, 28mm (1.1") of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Leigh-on-Sea?

In December, in Leigh-on-Sea, it is snowing for 1.9 days. Throughout December, 12mm (0.47") of snow is accumulated.

What is the sea water temperature in December in Leigh-on-Sea?

In Leigh-on-Sea, in December, the average water temperature is 10.8°C (51.4°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 Leigh-on-Sea?

With an average of 7h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Leigh-on-Sea have in December?

In December, the average day length in Leigh-on-Sea is 7h and 55min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Leigh-on-Sea?

On the first day of December in Leigh-on-Sea, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 3:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 3:58 pm GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does Leigh-on-Sea have in December?

In Leigh-on-Sea, United Kingdom, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Leigh-on-Sea?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December in Leigh-on-Sea?

In Leigh-on-Sea, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Leigh-on-Sea, United Kingdom

Average temperature in December - Leigh-on-Sea, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in December: 8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (20.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 4.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.3°C).

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Average pressure in December
Leigh-on-Sea, United Kingdom

Average pressure in December - Leigh-on-Sea, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in December: 1014.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Leigh-on-Sea, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in December - Leigh-on-Sea, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in December: 22km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (22km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (14.9km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Leigh-on-Sea, United Kingdom

Average humidity in December - Leigh-on-Sea, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Leigh-on-Sea, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in December - Leigh-on-Sea, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in December: 28mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (33mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (15mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Leigh-on-Sea, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in December - Leigh-on-Sea, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and September (9.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Leigh-on-Sea, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in December - Leigh-on-Sea, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in December: 12mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (14mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Leigh-on-Sea, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in December - Leigh-on-Sea, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Leigh-on-Sea, United Kingdom

Average sea temperature in December - Leigh-on-Sea, United Kingdom
  • Average sea temperature in December: 10.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (17.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (7.3°C).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Leigh-on-Sea, United Kingdom

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Leigh-on-Sea, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 8h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Leigh-on-Sea, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in December - Leigh-on-Sea, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Leigh-on-Sea, United Kingdom

Average UV index in December - Leigh-on-Sea, United Kingdom
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Leigh-on-Sea, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in December - Leigh-on-Sea, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 42).

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Average visibility in December
Leigh-on-Sea, United Kingdom

Average visibility in December - Leigh-on-Sea, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

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

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