December weather forecast
Liverpool, United Kingdom

December rolls in the festive air, the city twinkling under Christmas lights, with average low temperatures hitting 3.6°C and reaching highs of 7.4°C. The sea temperature likewise dips to 9.7°C, signaling the onset of yet another cycle of frosty throes. Liverpool wraps itself in a blanket of fog and rain, the snowfall resurfacing towards the end of the month. Despite the sun only shining for 7.6 hours, Liverpool's December weather enkindles a unique charm, its cold festivity warming the hearts of residents and tourists alike.

Temperature

December's onset in Liverpool sees an average high-temperature of a still chilly 7.4°C, exhibiting a slight fluctuation from the previous month. A steady low-temperature average of 3.6°C is logged in Liverpool during December, reflecting a modest dip from daytime readings.

Rainfall

In Liverpool, United Kingdom, during December, the rain falls for 18 days and regularly aggregates up to 65mm of precipitation. In Liverpool, United Kingdom, during the entire year, the rain falls for 194 days and collects up to 859mm of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Liverpool, during December, snow falls for 4 days. In Liverpool, during the entire year, snow falls for 22 days.

Sea temperature

In Liverpool, in December, the average water temperature is 9.7°C.
Note: Navigating the 9.7°C at 13°C is no joy, and temperatures less than 10°C can threaten breathing and cause a chilling shock, gauging personal stamina.

Daylight

With an average of 7h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Liverpool.
On the first day of December in Liverpool, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 3:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:27 am and sunset at 4:02 pm GMT.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Liverpool, with an average of 1.5h of sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 0, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 0 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.