December weather forecast
Scarborough, United Kingdom

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Scarborough, United Kingdom, with an average temperature varying between 7.3°C (45.1°F) and 4.7°C (40.5°F).

Temperature

The arrival of December denotes a barely perceptible change in the average high-temperatures to a still frosty 7.3°C (45.1°F) from November's 9.5°C (49.1°F). Scarborough in December experiences a minor decline in temperature, with an average low of 4.7°C (40.5°F) at night.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout December, 23mm (0.91") of precipitation is accumulated. In Scarborough, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.7 days and collects up to 312mm (12.28") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Scarborough. In Scarborough, in December, snow falls for 2.1 days, with typically accumulated 9mm (0.35") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 11.6 snowfall days, and 55mm (2.17") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Scarborough, United Kingdom, the average seawater temperature in December is 8.8°C (47.8°F).
Note: Beware of 8.8°C (47.8°F) waters at 13°C (55.4°F), they're uninviting, and a dip below 10°C (50°F) has risks of breath loss and cold shock, contingent on health.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Scarborough is December, with an average of 7h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Scarborough, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 3:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:22 am and sunset at 3:47 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Scarborough, United Kingdom, is 4.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during December translates into these guidelines:
Act with care - The need to guard against sun damage is communicated. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Scarborough in December?

Scarborough in December has an average high-temperature of 7.3°C (45.1°F) and an average low-temperature of 4.7°C (40.5°F).

What are the most humid months in Scarborough?

The months with the highest humidity in Scarborough, United Kingdom, are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 84%.

What is the average humidity in December in Scarborough?

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

How much does it rain in Scarborough in December?

In December, in Scarborough, United Kingdom, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout December, 23mm (0.91") of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Scarborough?

In December, in Scarborough, it is snowing for 2.1 days. Throughout December, 9mm (0.35") of snow is accumulated.

What is the sea water temperature in December in Scarborough?

In Scarborough, United Kingdom, the average seawater temperature in December is 8.8°C (47.8°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.

What is the month with the shortest days in Scarborough?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 7h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Scarborough?

The average day length in December in Scarborough is 7h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Scarborough?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 3:42 pm. On the last day of the month, in Scarborough, sunrise is at 8:22 am and sunset at 3:47 pm GMT.

How long on average sun shines in December in Scarborough?

The average sunshine duration in December in Scarborough is 4.6h.

What is the UV index reading in December in Scarborough?

In Scarborough, United Kingdom, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Scarborough, United Kingdom

Average temperature in December - Scarborough, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in December: 7.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (17.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 4.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (3.8°C).

Average pressure in December
Scarborough, United Kingdom

Average pressure in December - Scarborough, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in December: 1011mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1008.7mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Scarborough, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in December - Scarborough, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in December: 25.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (25.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (16.2km/h).

Average humidity in December
Scarborough, United Kingdom

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and August (80%).

Average rainfall in December
Scarborough, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in December - Scarborough, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in December: 23mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (40mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (12mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Scarborough, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in December - Scarborough, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Scarborough, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in December - Scarborough, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in December: 9mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (16mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Scarborough, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in December - Scarborough, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Scarborough, United Kingdom

Average sea temperature in December - Scarborough, United Kingdom
  • Average sea temperature in December: 8.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (15.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (6.8°C).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Scarborough, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Scarborough, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in December - Scarborough, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Scarborough, United Kingdom

Average UV index in December - Scarborough, United Kingdom
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and November (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Scarborough, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in December - Scarborough, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and November (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 45).

Average visibility in December
Scarborough, United Kingdom

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

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

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