December weather forecast
Saffron Walden, United Kingdom

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Saffron Walden, United Kingdom, with an average temperature ranging between min 3.2°C (37.8°F) and max 7°C (44.6°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature is a still chilly 7°C (44.6°F) in December, hardly different from the 9.8°C (49.6°F) recorded in November. December nights in Saffron Walden reflect a consistent temperature dip to a cold 3.2°C (37.8°F), a slight descent from daytime peaks.

Humidity

December is the most humid month in Saffron Walden, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

Rainfall

In Saffron Walden, United Kingdom, in December, during 12.5 rainfall days, 34mm (1.34") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 170.1 rainfall days, and 371mm (14.61") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Saffron Walden are January through March, November and December. In Saffron Walden, during December, snow falls for 1.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 13mm (0.51") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 6.8 snowfall days, and 53mm (2.09") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 7h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 3:51 pm. On the last day of December, in Saffron Walden, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 3:57 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In Saffron Walden, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Saffron Walden are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Saffron Walden in December?

During December, Saffron Walden experiences an average high-temperature of 7°C (44.6°F) and a low-temperature of 3.2°C (37.8°F).

What is the most humid month in Saffron Walden?

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

What is the average humidity in December in Saffron Walden?

In Saffron Walden, the average relative humidity in December is 90%.

How many days does it rain in December in Saffron Walden?

In Saffron Walden, United Kingdom, in December, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 34mm (1.34") of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Saffron Walden?

In December, it is snowing for 1.1 days. Throughout December, 13mm (0.51") of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Saffron Walden?

The month with the shortest days in Saffron Walden, United Kingdom, is December, with an average of 7h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Saffron Walden have in December?

The average day length in December in Saffron Walden, United Kingdom, is 7h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Saffron Walden?

On the first day of December in Saffron Walden, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 3:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 3:57 pm GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does Saffron Walden have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Saffron Walden?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Saffron Walden?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Saffron Walden is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - Saffron Walden, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in December: 7°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 (6.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 3.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.7°C).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Saffron Walden, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in December: 1014.1mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are May and September (1016.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.4mbar).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Saffron Walden, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in December: 18.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (18.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.9km/h).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Saffron Walden, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in December: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Saffron Walden, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in December - Saffron Walden, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in December: 34mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (48mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and September (22mm).

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Saffron Walden, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Saffron Walden, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in December: 13mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (21mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Saffron Walden, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.5 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
Saffron Walden, United Kingdom

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Saffron Walden, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Saffron Walden, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and November (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.1 days).

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

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Saffron Walden, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 48).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Saffron Walden, 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).

Saffron Walden, United Kingdom

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