December weather forecast
Richmond, United Kingdom

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Richmond, United Kingdom, with an average temperature varying between 7.9°C (46.2°F) and 3.4°C (38.1°F).

Temperature

Richmond's average high-temperature in December is a frosty 7.9°C (46.2°F), marking an insignificant difference from the 10.3°C (50.5°F) of November. December nights in Richmond experience a minor temperature downturn to a wintry 3.4°C (38.1°F).

Humidity

December is the most humid month in Richmond, United Kingdom, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall in Richmond. Rain falls for 13.9 days and accumulates 46mm (1.81") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Richmond, United Kingdom, are January through March, November and December. In Richmond, during December, snow falls for 1.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 15mm (0.59") of snow. Throughout the year, in Richmond, there are 8.8 snowfall days, and 55mm (2.17") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 7h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 3:55 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 4:02 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In Richmond, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Richmond are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Richmond in December?
The high-temperature in Richmond during December is 7.9°C (46.2°F) and the low-temperature is 3.4°C (38.1°F).
What is the most humid month in Richmond?
The most humid month in Richmond, United Kingdom, is December, with an average relative humidity of 88%.
What is the average humidity in December in Richmond?
In December, the average relative humidity in Richmond is 88%.
What is the rainiest month in Richmond?
December is the month with the most rainfall in Richmond. Rain falls for 13.9 days and accumulates 46mm (1.81") of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in December in Richmond?
In Richmond, during December, the rain falls for 13.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 46mm (1.81") of precipitation.
How many days does it snow in December in Richmond?
In December, it is snowing for 1.6 days. Throughout December, 15mm (0.59") of snow is accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days in Richmond?
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 7h and 54min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Richmond have in December?
In December, the average day length is 7h and 56min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Richmond?
On the first day of December in Richmond, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 3:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 4:02 pm GMT.
How long on average sun shines in December in Richmond?
In Richmond, United Kingdom, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Richmond?
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Richmond, United Kingdom.
What is the UV index reading in December in Richmond?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Richmond, United Kingdom
Average temperature in December
Richmond, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in December: 7.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (22.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 3.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2°C).

Average pressure in December - Richmond, United Kingdom
Average pressure in December
Richmond, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in December: 1014.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1016.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.5mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Richmond, United Kingdom
Average wind speed in December
Richmond, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in December: 17.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (17.5km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and September (12.7km/h).

Average humidity in December - Richmond, United Kingdom
Average humidity in December
Richmond, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (73%).

Average rainfall in December - Richmond, United Kingdom
Average rainfall in December
Richmond, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in December: 46mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (46mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (22mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Richmond, United Kingdom
Average rainfall days in December
Richmond, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (11.9 days).

Average snowfall in December - Richmond, United Kingdom
Average snowfall in December
Richmond, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in December: 15mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (18mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Richmond, United Kingdom
Average snowfall days in December
Richmond, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.5 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 - Richmond, United Kingdom
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Richmond, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 5min

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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December - Richmond, United Kingdom
Average sunshine days in December
Richmond, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December - Richmond, United Kingdom
Average UV index in December
Richmond, United Kingdom
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and 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 - Richmond, United Kingdom
Average cloud cover in December
Richmond, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 49).

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

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

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