December weather forecast
Newtownabbey, United Kingdom

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Newtownabbey, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 7.3°C (45.1°F) and an average low of 3.9°C (39°F).

Temperature

Newtownabbey's shift into December sets the average high-temperature at a still chilly 7.3°C (45.1°F), a figure that deviates only slightly from November's 9°C (48.2°F). Newtownabbey sees a gentle drop from the daily peak temperature in December, with an average low settling at a wintry 3.9°C (39°F).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 16.5 days. Throughout December, 51mm (2.01") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Newtownabbey, there are 220.2 rainfall days, and 626mm (24.65") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 1.2 days. Throughout December, 6mm (0.24") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Newtownabbey, there are 8.2 snowfall days, and 47mm (1.85") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Newtownabbey, the average seawater temperature in December is 10.5°C (50.9°F).
Note: Without suitable protection, venturing into 10.5°C (50.9°F) waters cooler than 10°C (50°F) can lead to pronounced cold shock and rapid breaths.

Daylight

With an average of 7h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Newtownabbey, sunrise is at 8:23 am and sunset at 4:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:46 am and sunset at 4:07 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In Newtownabbey, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Newtownabbey, United Kingdom. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Newtownabbey?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 7.3°C (45.1°F) and a low-temperature of 3.9°C (39°F).

What are the most humid months in Newtownabbey?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Newtownabbey?

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December in Newtownabbey?

In Newtownabbey, United Kingdom, during December, the rain falls for 16.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 51mm (2.01") of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Newtownabbey in December?

In Newtownabbey, United Kingdom, during December, snow falls for 1.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 6mm (0.24") of snow.

What is the water temperature in December in Newtownabbey?

In December, the average sea temperature in Newtownabbey, United Kingdom, is 10.5°C (50.9°F). Swimming in 10.5°C (50.9°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

What is the month with the shortest days in Newtownabbey?

The month with the shortest days in Newtownabbey, United Kingdom, is December, with an average of 7h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Newtownabbey?

The average day length in December in Newtownabbey is 7h and 21min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Newtownabbey?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:23 am and sunset at 4:02 pm. On the last day of the month, in Newtownabbey, sunrise is at 8:46 am and sunset at 4:07 pm GMT.

How long on average sun shines in December in Newtownabbey?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Newtownabbey is 4.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Newtownabbey?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Newtownabbey?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Newtownabbey, United Kingdom

Average temperature in December - Newtownabbey, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in December: 7.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (16.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 3.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (2.8°C).

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Average pressure in December
Newtownabbey, United Kingdom

Average pressure in December - Newtownabbey, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in December: 1009.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1007.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Newtownabbey, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in December - Newtownabbey, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in December: 21.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (21.3km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (13.7km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Newtownabbey, United Kingdom

Average humidity in December - Newtownabbey, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (83%).

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Average rainfall in December
Newtownabbey, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in December - Newtownabbey, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in December: 51mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (72mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (38mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Newtownabbey, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in December - Newtownabbey, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (23 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (16.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Newtownabbey, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in December - Newtownabbey, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in December: 6mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (25mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Newtownabbey, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in December - Newtownabbey, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Newtownabbey, United Kingdom

Average sea temperature in December - Newtownabbey, United Kingdom
  • Average sea temperature in December: 10.5°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (14.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (8°C).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Newtownabbey, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Newtownabbey, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in December - Newtownabbey, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (11.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Newtownabbey, United Kingdom

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Newtownabbey, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in December - Newtownabbey, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 55).

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Average visibility in December
Newtownabbey, United Kingdom

Average visibility in December - Newtownabbey, 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).

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