December weather forecastPortpatrick, United Kingdom
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Portpatrick, United Kingdom, with an average temperature varying between 8.1°C (46.6°F) and 5.7°C (42.3°F).Temperature
The onset of December brings an average high-temperature of a still chilly 8.1°C (46.6°F), nearly matching the November temperature. In Portpatrick, December is characterized by an average low-temperature of 5.7°C (42.3°F), indicating a minor drop from daytime highs.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 83%.Rainfall
In Portpatrick, in December, during 19.7 rainfall days, 64mm (2.52") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 210.9 rainfall days, and 632mm (24.88") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 1 snowfall days, it receives 6mm (0.24") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 6.4 snowfall days, and 38mm (1.5") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Portpatrick, with an average of 7h and 18min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 3:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:44 am and sunset at 4:03 pm GMT.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine in Portpatrick is 3.8h.UV index
January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Portpatrick, United Kingdom
- Average high temperature in December: 8.1°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (15.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (6.9°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 5.7°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (4.3°C).
Average pressure in December
Portpatrick, United Kingdom
- Average pressure in December: 1009.1mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1007.3mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Portpatrick, United Kingdom
- Average wind speed in December: 29.5km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (29.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (17.4km/h).
Average humidity in December
Portpatrick, United Kingdom
- Average humidity in December: 83%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and November (81%).
Average rainfall in December
Portpatrick, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall in December: 64mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (72mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are April and May (32mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Portpatrick, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall days in December: 19.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (14.5 days).
Average snowfall in December
Portpatrick, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall in December: 6mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (14mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Portpatrick, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall days in December: 1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.2 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
Portpatrick, 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: 3h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
Portpatrick, United Kingdom
- Average sunshine days in December: 7.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is May (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (7.2 days).
Average UV index in December
Portpatrick, 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
Portpatrick, United Kingdom
- Average cloud cover in December: 63
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and May (Cloud cover 52).
Average visibility in December
Portpatrick, United Kingdom
- Average visibility in December: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July and August (9km).
