December weather forecast
Prestwick, United Kingdom

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Prestwick, United Kingdom, with an average temperature fluctuating between 6.7°C (44.1°F) and 3.8°C (38.8°F).

Temperature

Prestwick measures an average high-temperature of a still chilly 6.7°C (44.1°F) in December, nearly consistent with the preceding month. Prestwick, in December, registers a nighttime average temperature of 3.8°C (38.8°F).

Humidity

In Prestwick, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In December, in Prestwick, United Kingdom, the rain falls for 19.8 days. Throughout December, 62mm (2.44") of precipitation is accumulated. In Prestwick, during the entire year, the rain falls for 213.6 days and collects up to 594mm (23.39") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Prestwick are January through April and December. December is the first month it typically snows in Prestwick. Throughout December, in the average 1.3 snowfall days, it receives 8mm (0.31") of snow. In Prestwick, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.6 days and aggregates up to 64mm (2.52") of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Prestwick, United Kingdom, with an average of 7h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:23 am and sunset at 3:52 pm. On the last day of December, in Prestwick, sunrise is at 8:46 am and sunset at 3:57 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In Prestwick, the average sunshine in December is 3.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Prestwick are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Prestwick?

Prestwick in December has an average high-temperature of 6.7°C (44.1°F) and an average low-temperature of 3.8°C (38.8°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Prestwick?

The average relative humidity in December in Prestwick is 86%.

How many days does it rain in December in Prestwick?

In Prestwick, in December, during 19.8 rainfall days, 62mm (2.44") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing in Prestwick?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 1.3 snowfall days, it receives 8mm (0.31") of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Prestwick?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 7h and 12min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Prestwick?

In December, the average day length is 7h and 11min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Prestwick?

On the first day of December in Prestwick, sunrise is at 8:23 am and sunset at 3:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:46 am and sunset at 3:57 pm GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does Prestwick have in December?

In Prestwick, United Kingdom, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Prestwick?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Prestwick?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Prestwick is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Prestwick, United Kingdom

Average temperature in December - Prestwick, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in December: 6.7°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 (5.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 3.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (2.7°C).

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Average pressure in December
Prestwick, United Kingdom

Average pressure in December - Prestwick, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in December: 1008.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1006.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Prestwick, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in December - Prestwick, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in December: 24.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (24.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (15km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Prestwick, United Kingdom

Average humidity in December - Prestwick, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July, August and September (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (82%).

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Average rainfall in December
Prestwick, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in December - Prestwick, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in December: 62mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (70mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (28mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Prestwick, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in December - Prestwick, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in December: 19.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (15.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Prestwick, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in December - Prestwick, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in December: 8mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (24mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Prestwick, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in December - Prestwick, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Prestwick, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Prestwick, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in December - Prestwick, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (11.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Prestwick, United Kingdom

Average UV index in December - Prestwick, 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, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Prestwick, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in December - Prestwick, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 53).

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Average visibility in December
Prestwick, United Kingdom

Average visibility in December - Prestwick, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

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

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