December weather forecast
Lyness, United Kingdom

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lyness, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 6.5°C (43.7°F) and max 8.5°C (47.3°F).

Temperature

December observes an average high-temperature of a still frosty 8.5°C (47.3°F), marking an insignificant difference from November's 9.6°C (49.3°F). Nighttime readings in Lyness during December register a minimal drop from daytime highs, averaging at a still chilly 6.5°C (43.7°F).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are January and December, with an average 60mm (2.36") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 0.8 days. Throughout December, 4mm (0.16") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Lyness, there are 4.8 snowfall days, and 23mm (0.91") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 6h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Lyness, sunrise is at 8:39 am and sunset at 3:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:04 am and sunset at 3:27 pm GMT.

Sunshine

With an average of 3.1h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Lyness, United Kingdom.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Lyness, United Kingdom, are January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Lyness?
Lyness in December has an average high-temperature of 8.5°C (47.3°F) and an average low-temperature of 6.5°C (43.7°F).
What are the least humid months in Lyness?
The months with the lowest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 75%.
What is the average humidity in December in Lyness?
In Lyness, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.
What is the rainiest month in Lyness?
The wettest months in Lyness, United Kingdom, are January and December, with an average 60mm (2.36") of rainfall.
How many days does it rain in December in Lyness?
In Lyness, in December, during 23.5 rainfall days, 60mm (2.36") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How much does it snow in Lyness in December?
In Lyness, United Kingdom, during December, snow falls for 0.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 4mm (0.16") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days in Lyness?
The month with the shortest days in Lyness is December, with an average of 6h and 24min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Lyness have in December?
The average day length in December in Lyness, United Kingdom, is 6h and 23min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Lyness?
On the first day of December in Lyness, sunrise is at 8:39 am and sunset at 3:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:04 am and sunset at 3:27 pm GMT.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Lyness?
December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.1h of sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Lyness have in December?
In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.1h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Lyness?
January through March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.
What is the UV index reading in December in Lyness?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Lyness is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average visibility
Average temperature in December - Lyness, United Kingdom
Average temperature in December
Lyness, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in December: 8.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (14.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (7°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 6.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (5.5°C).

Average pressure in December - Lyness, United Kingdom
Average pressure in December
Lyness, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in December: 1003.7mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are May and June (1014.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1003.7mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Lyness, United Kingdom
Average wind speed in December
Lyness, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in December: 37.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (38.7km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (22.5km/h).

Average humidity in December - Lyness, United Kingdom
Average humidity in December
Lyness, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and December (75%).

Average rainfall in December - Lyness, United Kingdom
Average rainfall in December
Lyness, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in December: 60mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are January and December (60mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (30mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Lyness, United Kingdom
Average rainfall days in December
Lyness, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in December: 23.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (23.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (15.5 days).

Average snowfall in December - Lyness, United Kingdom
Average snowfall in December
Lyness, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in December: 4mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Lyness, United Kingdom
Average snowfall days in December
Lyness, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are February and March (1.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lyness, United Kingdom
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lyness, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in December: 6h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 8h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December - Lyness, United Kingdom
Average sunshine days in December
Lyness, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in December: 4.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (11.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (4.8 days).

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and September (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December - Lyness, United Kingdom
Average cloud cover in December
Lyness, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The months with the most cloud cover are January and March (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and May (Cloud cover 56).

Average visibility in December - Lyness, United Kingdom
Average visibility in December
Lyness, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

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

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