December weather forecast
Peterculter, United Kingdom

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Peterculter, United Kingdom, with an average temperature varying between 3.1°C (37.6°F) and 6.1°C (43°F).

Temperature

As Peterculter steps into December, the average high-temperature is measured at a still chilly 6.1°C (43°F), displaying minor differences from November's 8.2°C (46.8°F). Peterculter's nighttime temperature in December experiences a slight dip from daytime highs, falling to an average of 3.1°C (37.6°F).

Humidity

In Peterculter, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In December, in Peterculter, United Kingdom, the rain falls for 13.4 days. Throughout December, 33mm (1.3") of precipitation is accumulated. In Peterculter, during the entire year, the rain falls for 184.3 days and collects up to 443mm (17.44") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Peterculter are January through May, October through December. In Peterculter, in December, during 2.6 snowfall days, 18mm (0.71") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Peterculter, there are 17.2 snowfall days, and 139mm (5.47") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 6h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:23 am and sunset at 3:32 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:47 am and sunset at 3:36 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, 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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Peterculter during December?
December temperatures in Peterculter vary between a high-temperature of 6.1°C (43°F) and a low-temperature of 3.1°C (37.6°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Peterculter?
In December, the average relative humidity in Peterculter is 84%.
How many days does it rain in December in Peterculter?
In Peterculter, United Kingdom, in December, during 13.4 rainfall days, 33mm (1.3") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How many days does it snow in December in Peterculter?
In Peterculter, in December, snow falls for 2.6 days, with typically accumulated 18mm (0.71") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days in Peterculter?
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 6h and 48min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Peterculter have in December?
The average day length in December is 6h and 49min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Peterculter?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:23 am and sunset at 3:32 pm. On the last day of the month, in Peterculter, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 8:47 am and sunset at 3:36 pm GMT.
How long on average sun shines in December in Peterculter?
In Peterculter, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Peterculter?
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.
What is the UV index intensity in December in Peterculter?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Peterculter, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in December: 6.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (16.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 3.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.2°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (2.6°C).

Average pressure in December
Peterculter, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in December: 1006.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1006.3mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Peterculter, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in December: 22.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (23km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (14km/h).

Average humidity in December
Peterculter, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and September (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (80%).

Average rainfall in December
Peterculter, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in December: 33mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (61mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (16mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Peterculter, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Peterculter, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in December: 18mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (51mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Peterculter, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Peterculter, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in December: 6h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Peterculter, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are April and November (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Peterculter, United Kingdom
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Peterculter, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are September and December (Cloud cover 50).

Average visibility in December
Peterculter, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are March, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, April, May, June, July, August and September (9km).

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