December weather forecast
Orton-on-the-Hill, United Kingdom

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Orton-on-the-Hill, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 2.6°C (36.7°F) and an average high of 6.8°C (44.2°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature during December is a still frosty 6.8°C (44.2°F), almost matching the conditions of the preceding month. Orton-on-the-Hill's nocturnal December readings average at an icy 2.6°C (36.7°F), showing little variation from the daytime temperatures.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Orton-on-the-Hill, during December, the rain falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 10mm (0.39") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Orton-on-the-Hill, there are 78.1 rainfall days, and 111mm (4.37") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall in Orton-on-the-Hill. December is the first month it typically snows in Orton-on-the-Hill, United Kingdom. Throughout December, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 6 snowfall days, and 12mm (0.47") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 7h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 3:55 pm. On the last day of December, in Orton-on-the-Hill, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 4:01 pm GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.

Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Orton-on-the-Hill?
The average high-temperature, in December, in Orton-on-the-Hill, is 6.8°C (44.2°F), while the average low-temperature is 2.6°C (36.7°F).
What is the most humid month in Orton-on-the-Hill?
With an average relative humidity of 90%, December is the most humid month.
What is the average humidity in December in Orton-on-the-Hill?
In December, the average relative humidity in Orton-on-the-Hill, United Kingdom, is 90%.
How much does it rain in Orton-on-the-Hill in December?
In Orton-on-the-Hill, United Kingdom, in December, it is raining for 6.5 days, with typically 10mm (0.39") of accumulated precipitation.
When does it start to snow in Orton-on-the-Hill?
December is the first month it typically snows in Orton-on-the-Hill. Throughout December, in the average 0.9 snowfall days, it receives 1mm (0.04") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days in Orton-on-the-Hill?
With an average of 7h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
How many hours of daylight does Orton-on-the-Hill have in December?
In Orton-on-the-Hill, United Kingdom, the average day length in December is 7h and 44min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Orton-on-the-Hill?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 3:55 pm. On the last day of the month, in Orton-on-the-Hill, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 4:01 pm GMT.
How many hours of sunshine does Orton-on-the-Hill have in December?
The average sunshine duration in December in Orton-on-the-Hill is 4.2h.
When is the lowest UV index in Orton-on-the-Hill?
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.
How high is the UV index in December in Orton-on-the-Hill?
In Orton-on-the-Hill, United Kingdom, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Orton-on-the-Hill, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in December: 6.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (20.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 2.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.2°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (1.4°C).

Average pressure in December
Orton-on-the-Hill, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in December: 1013mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009.6mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Orton-on-the-Hill, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in December: 18.2km/h

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

Average humidity in December
Orton-on-the-Hill, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in December: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (80%).

Average rainfall in December
Orton-on-the-Hill, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in December: 10mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (15mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, April and May (6mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Orton-on-the-Hill, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (8.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Orton-on-the-Hill, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in December: 1mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (7mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Orton-on-the-Hill, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Orton-on-the-Hill, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Orton-on-the-Hill, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (17.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Orton-on-the-Hill, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Orton-on-the-Hill, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 53).

Average visibility in December
Orton-on-the-Hill, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

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

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