December weather forecastPitminster, United Kingdom

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Pitminster, United Kingdom, with temperature in the range of an average high of 8.4°C (47.1°F) and an average low of 4°C (39.2°F).

Temperature

Pitminster's average high-temperature in December sits at a chilly 8.4°C (47.1°F), showing little difference from the previous month. The nights of December in Pitminster are characterized by an average low-temperature of 4°C (39.2°F), subtly descending from daytime highs.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 15 days and typically aggregates up to 52mm (2.05") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Pitminster, United Kingdom, are January through March, November and December. In December, in Pitminster, it is snowing for 0.8 days. Throughout December, 6mm (0.24") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Pitminster, there are 5 snowfall days, and 25mm (0.98") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 4:16 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.9h.

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 radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

During December, Pitminster experiences an average high-temperature of 8.4°C (47.1°F) and a low-temperature of 4°C (39.2°F).

January, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 89%, are most humid months in Pitminster.

In December, the average relative humidity in Pitminster, United Kingdom, is 89%.

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 15 days and accumulates 52mm (2.05") of precipitation.

In Pitminster, in December, it is raining for 15 days, with typically 52mm (2.05") of accumulated precipitation.

In Pitminster, in December, during 0.8 snowfall days, 6mm (0.24") of snow is typically accumulated.

The month with the shortest days in Pitminster, United Kingdom, is December, with an average of 8h and 0min of daylight.

In December, the average day length in Pitminster is 8h and 1min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:09 pm. On the last day of the month, in Pitminster, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 4:16 pm GMT.

In December, the average sunshine duration in Pitminster, United Kingdom, is 3.9h.

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

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

  • Average high temperature in December: 8.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (20°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (7.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (2.7°C).

Average pressure in December
Pitminster, United Kingdom

  • Average pressure in December: 1014.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.2mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Pitminster, United Kingdom

  • Average wind speed in December: 18.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (18.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.9km/h).

Average humidity in December
Pitminster, United Kingdom

  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, November and December (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (83%).

Average rainfall in December
Pitminster, United Kingdom

  • Average rainfall in December: 52mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (52mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are May and September (22mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Pitminster, United Kingdom

  • Average rainfall days in December: 15 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (11.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pitminster, United Kingdom

  • Average snowfall in December: 6mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (8mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Pitminster, United Kingdom

  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pitminster, United Kingdom

  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (9.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Pitminster, 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
Pitminster, United Kingdom

  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 65).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and May (Cloud cover 53).

Average visibility in December
Pitminster, United Kingdom

  • Average visibility in December: 9km

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