December weather forecastReading, United Kingdom
December
Weather in December
December in Reading marks the official onset of the winter season, bringing with it notably colder weather and shorter days. The average high drops to 7.6°C (45.7°F) with crisp and chilly lows at 3.2°C (37.8°F), often coupled with bouts of snowfall, averaging 7mm (0.28") for the month. The rate of precipitation and cloudy conditions are high, contributing further to the winter weather pattern. As the year winds down, so does the hustle and bustle of the streets, with much of the city retreating indoors to escape the frosty ancient weather.Temperature
With December's arrival, Reading's weather records an average high-temperature of a chilly 7.6°C (45.7°F), marking little difference from November's 10.1°C (50.2°F). In Reading, a slight decrease from the daytime peak is noted during the month of December, with an average low-temperature of 3.2°C (37.8°F).Humidity
The most humid month in Reading is December, with an average relative humidity of 90%.Rainfall
In Reading, in December, during 12.2 rainfall days, 33mm (1.3") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Reading, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.1 days and collects up to 320mm (12.6") of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Reading, in December, snow falls for 1.4 days, with typically accumulated 7mm (0.28") of snow. In Reading, during the entire year, snow falls for 7.6 days and aggregates up to 31mm (1.22") of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Reading is December, with an average of 7h and 54min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 3:58 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 4:05 pm GMT.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine in Reading is 4.1h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Average temperature in December
Reading, United Kingdom
- Average high temperature in December: 7.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (21.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.6°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 3.2°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.8°C).
Average pressure in December
Reading, United Kingdom
- Average pressure in December: 1014.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1016.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.4mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Reading, United Kingdom
- Average wind speed in December: 17.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (18km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (13km/h).
Average humidity in December
Reading, United Kingdom
- Average humidity in December: 90%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (79%).
Average rainfall in December
Reading, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall in December: 33mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (36mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (17mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Reading, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall days in December: 12.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (10.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Reading, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall in December: 7mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (11mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Reading, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall days in December: 1.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.9 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
Reading, United Kingdom
- Average daylight in December: 7h and 54min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).
Average sunshine days in December
Reading, United Kingdom
- Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.7 days).
Average UV index in December
Reading, United Kingdom
- Average UV index in December: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Reading, United Kingdom
- Average cloud cover in December: 59
The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and September (Cloud cover 50).
Average visibility in December
Reading, United Kingdom
- Average visibility in December: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are October and November (8km).
