December weather forecastMappleton, United Kingdom

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Mappleton, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 3°C (37.4°F) and 6.5°C (43.7°F).

Temperature

At the start of December, Mappleton's average high-temperature reaches a still frosty 6.5°C (43.7°F), subtly different from the preceding month. Nighttime temperature reflects an average dip to an icy 3°C (37.4°F) in December, subtly cooler than its daytime highs.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Mappleton are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

Rainfall

In Mappleton, in December, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 17mm (0.67") of accumulated precipitation. In Mappleton, United Kingdom, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.7 days and collects up to 245mm (9.65") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Mappleton are January through March, November and December. In Mappleton, in December, during 1.4 snowfall days, 9mm (0.35") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Mappleton, United Kingdom, there are 10.5 snowfall days, and 44mm (1.73") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Mappleton, the average seawater temperature in December is 8.7°C (47.7°F).
Note: Dipping in 8.7°C (47.7°F) at temperatures less than 10°C (50°F) without proper gear can lead to pronounced cold shock and breathing difficulties.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Mappleton, with an average of 7h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 3:43 pm. On the last day of December, in Mappleton, sunrise is at 8:18 am and sunset at 3:48 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In Mappleton, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Mappleton are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Mappleton during December are 6.5°C (43.7°F) and 3°C (37.4°F) respectively.

The months with the highest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

In Mappleton, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 17mm (0.67") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In December, in Mappleton, it is snowing for 1.4 days. Throughout December, 9mm (0.35") of snow is accumulated.

In Mappleton, the average seawater temperature in December is 8.7°C (47.7°F). Swimming in 8.7°C (47.7°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 7h and 30min of daylight.

In Mappleton, the average day length in December is 7h and 31min.

On the first day of December in Mappleton, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 3:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:18 am and sunset at 3:48 pm GMT.

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

The months with the lowest UV index in Mappleton, United Kingdom, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Mappleton, United Kingdom

  • Average high temperature in December: 6.5°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (19.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.2°C).

Average pressure in December
Mappleton, United Kingdom

  • Average pressure in December: 1011.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1008.9mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Mappleton, United Kingdom

  • Average wind speed in December: 18.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (18.9km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (13.2km/h).

Average humidity in December
Mappleton, United Kingdom

  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Mappleton, United Kingdom

  • Average rainfall in December: 17mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June and August (30mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (11mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Mappleton, United Kingdom

  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mappleton, United Kingdom

  • Average snowfall in December: 9mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (16mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Mappleton, United Kingdom

  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Mappleton, United Kingdom

  • Average sea temperature in December: 8.7°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (15.7°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (6.6°C).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Mappleton, United Kingdom

  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 30min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 24min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and November (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Mappleton, United Kingdom

  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Mappleton, United Kingdom

  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Mappleton, United Kingdom

  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 49).

Average visibility in December
Mappleton, United Kingdom

  • Average visibility in December: 9km

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