December weather forecastMacduff, United Kingdom
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Macduff, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between max 6.5°C (43.7°F) and min 3.7°C (38.7°F).Temperature
The initiation of December sees an average high-temperature of a still frosty 6.5°C (43.7°F), showing minor variations from the previous month. Macduff experiences a minimal drop from daytime high temperatures, recording an average low-temperature of 3.7°C (38.7°F) throughout December.Humidity
In Macduff, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 18 days. Throughout December, 30mm (1.18") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 192.4 rainfall days, and 332mm (13.07") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Macduff, United Kingdom, are January through April, November and December. The month with the most snowfall in Macduff, United Kingdom, is December, when snow falls for 3.4 days and typically aggregates up to 20mm (0.79") of snow.Sea temperature
In Macduff, the average seawater temperature in December is 9.2°C (48.6°F).Note: It is risky to swim in 9.2°C (48.6°F). Temperatures beneath 10°C (50°F) induce rapid cold shock and hyperventilation.
Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 6h and 42min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:28 am and sunset at 3:30 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:52 am and sunset at 3:33 pm GMT.
Sunshine
In Macduff, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.UV index
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Macduff. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Macduff, United Kingdom
- Average high temperature in December: 6.5°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (15.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.8°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 3.7°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.5°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (3.2°C).
Average pressure in December
Macduff, United Kingdom
- Average pressure in December: 1005.7mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1005.7mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Macduff, United Kingdom
- Average wind speed in December: 26.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (27km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (16km/h).
Average humidity in December
Macduff, United Kingdom
- Average humidity in December: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is June (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (79%).
Average rainfall in December
Macduff, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall in December: 30mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (37mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (16mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Macduff, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall days in December: 18 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (13.1 days).
Average snowfall in December
Macduff, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall in December: 20mm
The month with the highest snowfall is December (20mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Macduff, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall days in December: 3.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Macduff, United Kingdom
- Average sea temperature in December: 9.2°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (13.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (6.8°C).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Macduff, United Kingdom
- Average daylight in December: 6h and 42min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Macduff, United Kingdom
- Average sunshine days in December: 7.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is May (12.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (6.2 days).
Average UV index in December
Macduff, United Kingdom
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (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
Macduff, United Kingdom
- Average cloud cover in December: 54
The months with the most cloud cover are June and November (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and May (Cloud cover 53).
Average visibility in December
Macduff, United Kingdom
- Average visibility in December: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, October and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May, July, August, September and November (9km).
