December weather forecast
Lochinver, United Kingdom

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Lochinver, United Kingdom, with temperature in the range of an average high of 7.1°C (44.8°F) and an average low of 4.7°C (40.5°F).

Temperature

December's presence marks an average high-temperature of a still frosty 7.1°C (44.8°F), subtly varied from November's 8.5°C (47.3°F). December nights in Lochinver experience a minor temperature downturn to a cold 4.7°C (40.5°F).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January, February, April, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In December, in Lochinver, the rain falls for 21.4 days. Throughout December, 64mm (2.52") of precipitation is accumulated. In Lochinver, during the entire year, the rain falls for 239.3 days and collects up to 596mm (23.46") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Lochinver, in December, snow falls for 2.3 days, with typically accumulated 9mm (0.35") of snow. In Lochinver, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.3 days and aggregates up to 97mm (3.82") of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Lochinver, with an average of 6h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:42 am and sunset at 3:37 pm. On the last day of December, in Lochinver, sunrise is at 9:07 am and sunset at 3:40 pm GMT.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 2.9h of sunshine.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Lochinver, United Kingdom. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Lochinver?
The high-temperature during December is 7.1°C (44.8°F) and the low-temperature is 4.7°C (40.5°F).
What are the least humid months in Lochinver?
January, February, April, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the least humid months in Lochinver, United Kingdom.
What is the average humidity in December in Lochinver?
In Lochinver, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.
How much does it rain in Lochinver in December?
In Lochinver, United Kingdom, during December, the rain falls for 21.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 64mm (2.52") of precipitation.
How much does it snow in Lochinver in December?
In Lochinver, United Kingdom, during December, snow falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 9mm (0.35") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days in Lochinver?
December has the shortest days of the year in Lochinver, United Kingdom, with an average of 6h and 36min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December in Lochinver?
In December, the average day length in Lochinver is 6h and 34min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Lochinver?
On the first day of December in Lochinver, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 8:42 am and sunset at 3:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:07 am and sunset at 3:40 pm GMT.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Lochinver?
December has the least sunshine of the year in Lochinver, with an average of 2.9h of sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Lochinver have in December?
In Lochinver, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.9h.
When is the lowest UV index in Lochinver?
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Lochinver, United Kingdom.
How high is the UV index in December in Lochinver?
In Lochinver, United Kingdom, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Lochinver, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in December: 7.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (14.6°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (6.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 4.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (4.2°C).

Average pressure in December
Lochinver, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in December: 1004.1mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are May and June (1014.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1004.1mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Lochinver, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in December: 31.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (32.3km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (18.2km/h).

Average humidity in December
Lochinver, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February, April, November and December (79%).

Average rainfall in December
Lochinver, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in December: 64mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (70mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (27mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Lochinver, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in December: 21.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (17.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lochinver, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in December: 9mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (36mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Lochinver, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.2 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
Lochinver, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in December: 6h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lochinver, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (9.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (4.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Lochinver, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Lochinver, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The months with the most cloud cover are January and March (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 57).

Average visibility in December
Lochinver, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

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

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