Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
The transition from November to December brings an average high-temperature of a still frosty 6.3°C (43.3°F), barely different from November's 8.6°C (47.5°F). The December average low temperature in Sheffield, marginally lower than the daytime high, records at a cold 2.3°C (36.1°F).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are January, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 89%.Rainfall
In Sheffield, United Kingdom, in December, during 14.6 rainfall days, 34mm (1.34") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sheffield, there are 187.7 rainfall days, and 462mm (18.19") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Sheffield, United Kingdom, during December, snow falls for 1.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 15mm (0.59") of snow. In Sheffield, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.3 days and aggregates up to 79mm (3.11") of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Sheffield, with an average of 7h and 36min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 3:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 3:57 pm GMT.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 4.3h.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Sheffield. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Frequently asked questions
How cold does it get in Sheffield in December?
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What is the average humidity in December in Sheffield?
How many days does it rain in December in Sheffield?
How much does it snow in Sheffield in December?
What is the month with the shortest days in Sheffield?
What is the average length of the day in December in Sheffield?
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Sheffield?
How long on average sun shines in December in Sheffield?
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Sheffield?
How high is the UV index in December in Sheffield?
Average temperature in December
Sheffield, United Kingdom
- Average high temperature in December: 6.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (19.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.4°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 2.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (1.4°C).
Average pressure in December
Sheffield, United Kingdom
- Average pressure in December: 1012mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009.2mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Sheffield, United Kingdom
- Average wind speed in December: 18.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (18.9km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (13km/h).
Average humidity in December
Sheffield, United Kingdom
- Average humidity in December: 89%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, November and December (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May, July and August (80%).
Average rainfall in December
Sheffield, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall in December: 34mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (56mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (23mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Sheffield, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall days in December: 14.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Sheffield, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall in December: 15mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (29mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Sheffield, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall days in December: 1.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.5 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
Sheffield, United Kingdom
- Average daylight in December: 7h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min
The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and November (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Sheffield, United Kingdom
- Average sunshine days in December: 12.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (13 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.1 days).
Average UV index in December
Sheffield, United Kingdom
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Sheffield, United Kingdom
- Average cloud cover in December: 57
The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 53).
Average visibility in December
Sheffield, United Kingdom
- Average visibility in December: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, September, October and November (8km).
Sheffield, United Kingdom
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