December weather forecast
Rothes, United Kingdom

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Rothes, United Kingdom, with an average temperature varying between 5.5°C (41.9°F) and 2.7°C (36.9°F).

Temperature

An average high-temperature of a wintry 5.5°C (41.9°F) marks December, exhibiting a close resemblance to the conditions in November. December nights in Rothes reveal a minor deviation from daytime highs, with a mean low-temperature of 2.7°C (36.9°F).

Humidity

In Rothes, the average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Rothes, United Kingdom, during December, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 18mm (0.71") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Rothes, there are 156.3 rainfall days, and 303mm (11.93") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Rothes. In Rothes, in December, snow falls for 4.2 days, with typically accumulated 20mm (0.79") of snow. In Rothes, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.2 days and aggregates up to 120mm (4.72") of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Rothes is December, with an average of 6h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:30 am and sunset at 3:33 pm. On the last day of December, in Rothes, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 8:54 am and sunset at 3:37 pm GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Rothes. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Rothes?

Rothes in December has an average high-temperature of 5.5°C (41.9°F) and an average low-temperature of 2.7°C (36.9°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Rothes?

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Rothes?

In Rothes, United Kingdom, during December, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 18mm (0.71") of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Rothes?

In Rothes, during December, snow falls for 4.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 20mm (0.79") of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rothes?

December has the shortest days of the year in Rothes, with an average of 6h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Rothes have in December?

In December, the average day length in Rothes, United Kingdom, is 6h and 43min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Rothes?

On the first day of December in Rothes, sunrise is at 8:30 am and sunset at 3:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:54 am and sunset at 3:37 pm GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does Rothes have in December?

In Rothes, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Rothes?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Rothes, United Kingdom, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Rothes, United Kingdom

Average temperature in December - Rothes, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in December: 5.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (16.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 2.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (10.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.3°C).

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Average pressure in December
Rothes, United Kingdom

Average pressure in December - Rothes, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in December: 1005.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1005.6mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Rothes, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in December - Rothes, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in December: 23.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (24.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (13.9km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Rothes, United Kingdom

Average humidity in December - Rothes, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (78%).

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Average rainfall in December
Rothes, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in December - Rothes, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in December: 18mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (36mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (17mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Rothes, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in December - Rothes, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Rothes, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in December - Rothes, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in December: 20mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (35mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Rothes, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in December - Rothes, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rothes, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in December: 6h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and November (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Rothes, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in December - Rothes, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Rothes, United Kingdom

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and September (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
Rothes, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in December - Rothes, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 59).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and December (Cloud cover 52).

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Average visibility in December
Rothes, United Kingdom

Average visibility in December - Rothes, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (9km).

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