December weather forecastPeterlee, United Kingdom
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Peterlee, United Kingdom, with an average temperature fluctuating between 3.6°C (38.5°F) and 6.7°C (44.1°F).Temperature
December is marked by an average high-temperature of a still frosty 6.7°C (44.1°F), almost identical to the preceding month. Recording a slight decline in temperature during the nights, Peterlee's December temperatures average at an icy 3.6°C (38.5°F).Humidity
The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 86%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 15.2 days. Throughout December, 25mm (0.98") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Peterlee, there are 190.7 rainfall days, and 403mm (15.87") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Peterlee are January through April, November and December. In Peterlee, during December, snow falls for 1.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 5mm (0.2") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 12.1 snowfall days, and 65mm (2.56") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Peterlee is December, with an average of 7h and 18min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 3:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:28 am and sunset at 3:48 pm GMT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Peterlee 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 radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Peterlee, United Kingdom
- Average high temperature in December: 6.7°C
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (18°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.8°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 3.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.5°C).
Average pressure in December
Peterlee, United Kingdom
- Average pressure in December: 1010.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1008.2mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Peterlee, United Kingdom
- Average wind speed in December: 21.7km/h
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and December (21.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (14.2km/h).
Average humidity in December
Peterlee, United Kingdom
- Average humidity in December: 86%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and August (80%).
Average rainfall in December
Peterlee, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall in December: 25mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (52mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (17mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Peterlee, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall days in December: 15.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (13 days).
Average snowfall in December
Peterlee, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall in December: 5mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (24mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Peterlee, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall days in December: 1.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Peterlee, United Kingdom
- Average daylight in December: 7h and 18min
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 18min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
Peterlee, United Kingdom
- Average sunshine days in December: 11.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is April (13.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8 days).
Average UV index in December
Peterlee, 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, March, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Peterlee, United Kingdom
- Average cloud cover in December: 51
The months with the most cloud cover are February and November (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and September (Cloud cover 47).
Average visibility in December
Peterlee, United Kingdom
- Average visibility in December: 10km
The month with the highest visibility is December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (9km).
