December weather forecast
Nottingham, United Kingdom

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Weather in December

In December, Nottingham is a winter wonderland. Falling snowflakes render the city a picturesque tableau, beautifully offset by the festive holiday lights. The weather is notably colder than in November, encouraging residents to wrap up warm. Despite the shorter days and the chill, there's a warmth to this month that resides in its heartening blend of holiday spirit and family gatherings, making it one of the most cherished times of the year.

Temperature

The advent of December in Nottingham presents an average high-temperature of a still frosty 6.6°C (43.9°F), maintaining a close correlation with the preceding month. During the nights of December, the average low-temperature in Nottingham, United Kingdom, holds at a cold 2.6°C (36.7°F).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 90%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Nottingham, in December, it is raining for 9.7 days, with typically 16mm (0.63") of accumulated precipitation. In Nottingham, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.1 days and collects up to 206mm (8.11") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 1.5 days. Throughout December, 5mm (0.2") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 9.8 snowfall days, and 42mm (1.65") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Nottingham is December, with an average of 7h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 3:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 3:58 pm GMT.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Nottingham?

The high-temperature, in December, in Nottingham, is 6.6°C (43.9°F), while the low-temperature averages to 2.6°C (36.7°F).

What is the most humid month in Nottingham?

The most humid month in Nottingham is December, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

What is the average humidity in December in Nottingham?

In December, the average relative humidity in Nottingham is 90%.

How much does it rain in Nottingham in December?

In Nottingham, United Kingdom, in December, during 9.7 rainfall days, 16mm (0.63") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Nottingham in December?

In December, in Nottingham, United Kingdom, it is snowing for 1.5 days. Throughout December, 5mm (0.2") of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Nottingham?

The month with the shortest days in Nottingham is December, with an average of 7h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Nottingham have in December?

The average day length in December in Nottingham is 7h and 41min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Nottingham?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 3:52 pm. On the last day of the month, in Nottingham, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 3:58 pm GMT.

How long on average sun shines in December in Nottingham?

The average sunshine duration in December in Nottingham is 4.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Nottingham?

January, February, November 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 Nottingham?

In Nottingham, United Kingdom, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Nottingham, United Kingdom

Average temperature in December - Nottingham, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in December: 6.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (20.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 2.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.3°C).

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Average pressure in December
Nottingham, United Kingdom

Average pressure in December - Nottingham, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in December: 1012.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Nottingham, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in December - Nottingham, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in December: 18.3km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and December (18.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.7km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Nottingham, United Kingdom

Average humidity in December - Nottingham, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in December: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (78%).

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Average rainfall in December
Nottingham, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in December - Nottingham, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in December: 16mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (27mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (10mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Nottingham, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in December - Nottingham, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Nottingham, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in December - Nottingham, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in December: 5mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (19mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Nottingham, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in December - Nottingham, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Nottingham, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Nottingham, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in December - Nottingham, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Nottingham, United Kingdom

Average UV index in December - Nottingham, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Nottingham, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in December - Nottingham, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The months with the most cloud cover are February and November (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 51).

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Average visibility in December
Nottingham, United Kingdom

Average visibility in December - Nottingham, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is November (8km).

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