December weather forecast
Shotley Gate, United Kingdom

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Shotley Gate, United Kingdom, with temperature in the range of an average low of 5.5°C (41.9°F) and an average high of 8.4°C (47.1°F).

Temperature

December's onset sees an average high-temperature of a chilly 8.4°C (47.1°F), exhibiting a slight fluctuation from the previous month. A consistent nighttime average temperature of 5.5°C (41.9°F) is maintained in Shotley Gate during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Shotley Gate, in December, during 15.1 rainfall days, 40mm (1.57") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Shotley Gate, there are 168.5 rainfall days, and 389mm (15.31") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Shotley Gate are January through March, November and December. In Shotley Gate, in December, snow falls for 1.5 days, with typically accumulated 7mm (0.28") of snow. In Shotley Gate, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.4 days and aggregates up to 53mm (2.09") of snow.

Sea temperature

In Shotley Gate, in December, the average water temperature is 10.8°C (51.4°F).
Note: Swimming in 10.8°C (51.4°F) poses a severe threat. Even short exposure to 13°C (55.4°F) is chilling, and going below 10°C (50°F) can cause breathing irregularities and intense cold shock, based on one's stamina.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 7h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Shotley Gate, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 3:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 3:53 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In Shotley Gate, United Kingdom, the average sunshine in December 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. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Shotley Gate in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Shotley Gate, is 8.4°C (47.1°F), while the low-temperature averages to 5.5°C (41.9°F).

What is the most humid month in Shotley Gate?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Shotley Gate?

In Shotley Gate, the average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How much does it rain in Shotley Gate in December?

In December, in Shotley Gate, United Kingdom, the rain falls for 15.1 days. Throughout December, 40mm (1.57") of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Shotley Gate in December?

In December, in Shotley Gate, it is snowing for 1.5 days. Throughout December, 7mm (0.28") of snow is accumulated.

How cold is the water in December in Shotley Gate?

In Shotley Gate, United Kingdom, the average seawater temperature in December is 10.8°C (51.4°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 Shotley Gate?

With an average of 7h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Shotley Gate.

How many hours of daylight does Shotley Gate have in December?

In December, the average day length is 7h and 51min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Shotley Gate?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 3:47 pm. On the last day of the month, in Shotley Gate, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 8:02 am and sunset at 3:53 pm GMT.

How long on average sun shines in December in Shotley Gate?

In Shotley Gate, United Kingdom, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Shotley Gate?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Shotley Gate?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Shotley Gate, United Kingdom

Average temperature in December - Shotley Gate, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in December: 8.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (20°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (7°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 5.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (15.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4°C).

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Average pressure in December
Shotley Gate, United Kingdom

Average pressure in December - Shotley Gate, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in December: 1014.1mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are May and September (1016.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.5mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Shotley Gate, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in December - Shotley Gate, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in December: 26.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (26.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (17.2km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Shotley Gate, United Kingdom

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Shotley Gate, United Kingdom

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (46mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (16mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Shotley Gate, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in December - Shotley Gate, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in December: 15.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (11.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Shotley Gate, United Kingdom

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (22mm).
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
Shotley Gate, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in December - Shotley Gate, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 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 sea temperature in December
Shotley Gate, United Kingdom

Average sea temperature in December - Shotley Gate, United Kingdom
  • Average sea temperature in December: 10.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (17.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (7.2°C).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Shotley Gate, United Kingdom

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shotley Gate, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Shotley Gate, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in December - Shotley Gate, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are April and September (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Shotley Gate, United Kingdom

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and 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
Shotley Gate, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in December - Shotley Gate, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 41).

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Average visibility in December
Shotley Gate, United Kingdom

Average visibility in December - Shotley Gate, 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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