December weather forecast
Shap, United Kingdom

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Shap, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 0.9°C (33.6°F) and 4.7°C (40.5°F).

Temperature

December brings an average high-temperature of an icy 4.7°C (40.5°F), nearly identical to the preceding month. A consistent average low-temperature of 0.9°C (33.6°F), with a minor variance from the daytime highs, is noted in Shap, United Kingdom, during the nights of December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 93%.

Rainfall

In Shap, in December, it is raining for 16.9 days, with typically 85mm (3.35") of accumulated precipitation. In Shap, during the entire year, the rain falls for 219.4 days and collects up to 817mm (32.17") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Shap are January through May, November and December. In Shap, United Kingdom, in December, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 59mm (2.32") of snow. Throughout the year, in Shap, there are 27.4 snowfall days, and 336mm (13.23") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Shap, with an average of 7h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 3:49 pm. On the last day of December, in Shap, sunrise is at 8:32 am and sunset at 3:55 pm GMT.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 2.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Shap.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Shap are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 1 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Shap in December?
In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Shap, United Kingdom, are 4.7°C (40.5°F) and 0.9°C (33.6°F) respectively.
What are the most humid months in Shap?
The months with the highest humidity in Shap, United Kingdom, are January, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 93%.
What is the average humidity in December in Shap?
The average relative humidity in December in Shap, United Kingdom, is 93%.
How many days does it rain in December in Shap?
In Shap, United Kingdom, in December, it is raining for 16.9 days, with typically 85mm (3.35") of accumulated precipitation.
How many days does it snow in December in Shap?
In December, in Shap, United Kingdom, it is snowing for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 59mm (2.32") of snow is accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days in Shap?
With an average of 7h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Shap, United Kingdom.
What is the average length of the day in December in Shap?
The average day length in December in Shap is 7h and 23min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Shap?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 3:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:32 am and sunset at 3:55 pm GMT.
What are the months with the least sunshine in Shap?
The months with the least sunshine in Shap are January and December, with an average of 2.5h of sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Shap have in December?
In December, the average sunshine duration in Shap, United Kingdom, is 2.5h.
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Shap?
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.
What is the UV index reading in December in Shap?
In Shap, United Kingdom, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Shap, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in December: 4.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (16.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (3.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 0.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (9.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-0.2°C).

Average pressure in December
Shap, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in December: 1010.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1008.1mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Shap, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in December: 18.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (18.7km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (12.1km/h).

Average humidity in December
Shap, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in December: 93%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, November and December (93%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (86%).

Average rainfall in December
Shap, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in December: 85mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (86mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (35mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Shap, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in December: 16.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (24.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (13.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Shap, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in December: 59mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (93mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Shap, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are April and May (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Shap, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (11.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (4.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Shap, United Kingdom
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Shap, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in December: 75

The months with the most cloud cover are January, November and December (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 62).

Average visibility in December
Shap, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in December: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June and October (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July, August, September, November and December (7km).

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