December weather forecast
Saltcoats, United Kingdom

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Saltcoats, United Kingdom, with an average temperature fluctuating between 4.5°C (40.1°F) and 7.1°C (44.8°F).

Temperature

Saltcoats measures an average high-temperature of a still frosty 7.1°C (44.8°F) in December, nearly consistent with the preceding month. Nights in December cool down in Saltcoats, indicating a minor disparity from daytime highs with an average low-temperature of 4.5°C (40.1°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 16.7 days. Throughout December, 48mm (1.89") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 187.9 rainfall days, and 473mm (18.62") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April and December. December is the first month it typically snows in Saltcoats. Throughout December, in the average 1.3 snowfall days, it receives 7mm (0.28") of snow. Throughout the year, in Saltcoats, there are 7.3 snowfall days, and 43mm (1.69") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Saltcoats, in December, the average water temperature is 10°C (50°F).
Note: Swimming in 10°C (50°F) can be lethal. Merely spending a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) waters feels harsh, and venturing below 10°C (50°F) might disrupt breathing control and bring about cold shock, contingent on individual resilience.

Daylight

With an average of 7h and 12min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Saltcoats.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:24 am and sunset at 3:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:47 am and sunset at 3:56 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In Saltcoats, the average sunshine in December is 3.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, 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 rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Saltcoats?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 7.1°C (44.8°F) and a low-temperature of 4.5°C (40.1°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Saltcoats?

In December, the average relative humidity in Saltcoats, United Kingdom, is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December in Saltcoats?

In Saltcoats, United Kingdom, in December, it is raining for 16.7 days, with typically 48mm (1.89") of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow in Saltcoats?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 1.3 snowfall days, it receives 7mm (0.28") of snow.

What is the water temperature in December in Saltcoats?

In Saltcoats, the average seawater temperature in December is 10°C (50°F). Swimming in 10°C (50°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

What is the month with the shortest days in Saltcoats?

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

How many hours of daylight does Saltcoats have in December?

In December, the average day length in Saltcoats is 7h and 9min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Saltcoats?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:24 am and sunset at 3:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:47 am and sunset at 3:56 pm GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does Saltcoats have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Saltcoats, United Kingdom, is 3.8h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Saltcoats?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Saltcoats, United Kingdom

Average temperature in December - Saltcoats, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in December: 7.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (15.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 4.5°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (11.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (3.3°C).

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Average pressure in December
Saltcoats, United Kingdom

Average pressure in December - Saltcoats, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in December: 1008.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1006.8mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Saltcoats, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in December - Saltcoats, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in December: 26km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and December (26km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (15.3km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Saltcoats, United Kingdom

Average humidity in December - Saltcoats, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July, August and September (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (82%).

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Average rainfall in December
Saltcoats, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in December - Saltcoats, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in December: 48mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (56mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (23mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Saltcoats, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in December - Saltcoats, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in December: 16.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (13.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Saltcoats, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in December - Saltcoats, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in December: 7mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (17mm).
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
Saltcoats, United Kingdom

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Saltcoats, United Kingdom

Average sea temperature in December - Saltcoats, United Kingdom
  • Average sea temperature in December: 10°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (14.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (7.4°C).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Saltcoats, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 8h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Saltcoats, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in December - Saltcoats, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Saltcoats, United Kingdom

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, August 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
Saltcoats, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in December - Saltcoats, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 51).

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Average visibility in December
Saltcoats, United Kingdom

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

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

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