December weather forecast
Scunthorpe, United Kingdom

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Weather in December

December declares the arrival of winter in Scunthorpe. A significant drop in temperature and reduced daylight hours symbolise the onset of wintertime. It is not uncommon to witness a white Christmas in the city, with the snowfall averaging up to 9mm (0.35") over 1.1 days. Despite short days, the festive season infuses warmth as the city lights up to celebrate the holidays. The year culminates with December, welcoming the possibility of snow and offering the perfect setting for warm indoors.

Temperature

An average high-temperature of a still frosty 6.5°C (43.7°F) marks December, exhibiting a close resemblance to the conditions in November. During the nights of December, Scunthorpe records an average low-temperature of 2.7°C (36.9°F), reflecting a modest decrease from daytime highs.

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

Rainfall

In December, in Scunthorpe, the rain falls for 15.7 days. Throughout December, 40mm (1.57") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Scunthorpe, there are 196.9 rainfall days, and 508mm (20") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 1.1 days. Throughout December, 9mm (0.35") of snow is accumulated. In Scunthorpe, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.2 days and aggregates up to 51mm (2.01") of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 7h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 3:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 3:52 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In Scunthorpe, United Kingdom, the average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Scunthorpe in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Scunthorpe, is 6.5°C (43.7°F) and the average low-temperature is 2.7°C (36.9°F).

What is the most humid month in Scunthorpe?

The most humid month in Scunthorpe is December, with an average relative humidity of 89%.

What is the average humidity in December in Scunthorpe?

In December, the average relative humidity is 89%.

How many days does it rain in December in Scunthorpe?

In December, in Scunthorpe, United Kingdom, the rain falls for 15.7 days. Throughout December, 40mm (1.57") of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Scunthorpe?

In Scunthorpe, United Kingdom, in December, snow falls for 1.1 days, with typically accumulated 9mm (0.35") of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Scunthorpe?

The month with the shortest days in Scunthorpe, United Kingdom, is December, with an average of 7h and 36min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December in Scunthorpe is 7h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Scunthorpe?

On the first day of December in Scunthorpe, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 3:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 3:52 pm GMT.

How long on average sun shines in December in Scunthorpe?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Scunthorpe, United Kingdom, is 4.5h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Scunthorpe are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Scunthorpe?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Scunthorpe, United Kingdom, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Scunthorpe, United Kingdom

Average temperature in December - Scunthorpe, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in December: 6.5°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (20.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 2.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.7°C).

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Average pressure in December
Scunthorpe, United Kingdom

Average pressure in December - Scunthorpe, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in December: 1011.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009.1mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Scunthorpe, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in December - Scunthorpe, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in December: 17.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (17.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.5km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Scunthorpe, United Kingdom

Average humidity in December - Scunthorpe, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Scunthorpe, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in December - Scunthorpe, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in December: 40mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (62mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (24mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Scunthorpe, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in December - Scunthorpe, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in December: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Scunthorpe, United Kingdom

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (19mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Scunthorpe, United Kingdom

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Scunthorpe, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Scunthorpe, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in December - Scunthorpe, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Scunthorpe, United Kingdom

Average UV index in December - Scunthorpe, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Scunthorpe, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in December - Scunthorpe, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 50).

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Average visibility in December
Scunthorpe, United Kingdom

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

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

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