Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average sea temperature in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
Stepping into December, Newcastle upon Tyne records an average high-temperature of a still chilly 6.6°C (43.9°F), almost consistent with November. The December nights show a slight decrease to a mean low-temperature of 3.2°C (37.8°F).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 85%.Rainfall
In Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom, in December, during 13.1 rainfall days, 22mm (0.87") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Newcastle upon Tyne, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.4 days and collects up to 340mm (13.39") of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Newcastle upon Tyne are January through April, November and December. In Newcastle upon Tyne, during December, snow falls for 1.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 7mm (0.28") of snow. Throughout the year, in Newcastle upon Tyne, there are 12.4 snowfall days, and 65mm (2.56") of snow is accumulated.Sea temperature
In December, the average sea temperature is 8°C (46.4°F).Note: Dipping into 8°C (46.4°F) below 10°C (50°F) is possible with the right protection; absent that, anticipate cold shock and hampered breathing. Swimming momentarily at 13°C (55.4°F) can be jarring.
Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Newcastle upon Tyne, with an average of 7h and 18min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:08 am and sunset at 3:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:31 am and sunset at 3:48 pm GMT.
Sunshine
In Newcastle upon Tyne, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Newcastle upon Tyne. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Frequently asked questions
How cold is December in Newcastle upon Tyne?
What are the most humid months in Newcastle upon Tyne?
What is the average humidity in December in Newcastle upon Tyne?
How much does it rain in Newcastle upon Tyne in December?
How many days does it snow in December in Newcastle upon Tyne?
How cold is the water in December in Newcastle upon Tyne?
What is the month with the shortest days in Newcastle upon Tyne?
How many hours of daylight does Newcastle upon Tyne have in December?
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Newcastle upon Tyne?
How long on average sun shines in December in Newcastle upon Tyne?
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Newcastle upon Tyne?
What is the UV index intensity in December in Newcastle upon Tyne?
Average temperature in December
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
- Average high temperature in December: 6.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (18.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.8°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 3.2°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.4°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (2.4°C).
Average pressure in December
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
- Average pressure in December: 1009.7mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1007.9mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
- Average wind speed in December: 20.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (20.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (13km/h).
Average humidity in December
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
- Average humidity in December: 85%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (78%).
Average rainfall in December
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall in December: 22mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (44mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (13mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall days in December: 13.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.9 days).
Average snowfall in December
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall in December: 7mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (25mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall days in December: 1.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
- Average sea temperature in December: 8°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (15°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (6°C).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
- Average daylight in December: 7h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is October (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
- Average sunshine days in December: 13.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is April (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
- Average cloud cover in December: 50
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and September (Cloud cover 48).
Average visibility in December
Newcastle upon Tyne, 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).
Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom
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