December weather forecast
Stranraer, United Kingdom

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Stranraer, United Kingdom, with an average temperature varying between 5.7°C (42.3°F) and 8.1°C (46.6°F).

Temperature

The commencement of December brings an average high-temperature of a still frosty 8.1°C (46.6°F), marking an inconsequential divergence from November. Stranraer maintains a minor drop in temperature during December nights, with averages of 5.7°C (42.3°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

Rainfall

In Stranraer, in December, it is raining for 19.7 days, with typically 64mm (2.52") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 210.9 rainfall days, and 632mm (24.88") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows in Stranraer. Throughout December, in the average 1 snowfall days, it receives 6mm (0.24") of snow. In Stranraer, during the entire year, snow falls for 6.4 days and aggregates up to 38mm (1.5") of snow.

Sea temperature

In Stranraer, the average seawater temperature in December is 10.7°C (51.3°F).
Note: While a brief time in 10.7°C (51.3°F) at 13°C (55.4°F) is already bracing, plunging below 10°C (50°F) can severely affect breathing and introduce a cold shock, relying on your physical state.

Daylight

With an average of 7h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 3:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:44 am and sunset at 4:02 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Stranraer is 3.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Stranraer are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Stranraer in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Stranraer, United Kingdom, during December are 8.1°C (46.6°F) and 5.7°C (42.3°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Stranraer?

The average relative humidity in December is 83%.

How much does it rain in Stranraer in December?

In Stranraer, United Kingdom, in December, it is raining for 19.7 days, with typically 64mm (2.52") of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing in Stranraer?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 1 snowfall days, it receives 6mm (0.24") of snow.

How cold is the water in December in Stranraer?

In December, the average sea temperature in Stranraer is 10.7°C (51.3°F). Swimming in 10.7°C (51.3°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the month with the shortest days in Stranraer?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 7h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Stranraer have in December?

The average day length in December in Stranraer is 7h and 19min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Stranraer?

On the first day of December in Stranraer, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 3:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:44 am and sunset at 4:02 pm GMT.

How long on average sun shines in December in Stranraer?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Stranraer is 3.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Stranraer?

The months with the lowest UV index in Stranraer, United Kingdom, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Stranraer?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Stranraer is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Stranraer, United Kingdom

Average temperature in December - Stranraer, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in December: 8.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (15.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (6.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 5.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (4.3°C).

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Average pressure in December
Stranraer, United Kingdom

Average pressure in December - Stranraer, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in December: 1009.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1007.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Stranraer, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in December - Stranraer, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in December: 29.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (29.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (17.4km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Stranraer, United Kingdom

Average humidity in December - Stranraer, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May and November (81%).

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Average rainfall in December
Stranraer, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in December - Stranraer, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in December: 64mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (72mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are April and May (32mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Stranraer, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in December - Stranraer, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in December: 19.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (14.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Stranraer, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in December - Stranraer, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in December: 6mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (14mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Stranraer, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in December - Stranraer, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Stranraer, United Kingdom

Average sea temperature in December - Stranraer, United Kingdom
  • Average sea temperature in December: 10.7°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August and September (14.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (7.8°C).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Stranraer, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in December - Stranraer, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (7.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Stranraer, United Kingdom

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

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, March, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Stranraer, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in December - Stranraer, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and May (Cloud cover 52).

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Average visibility in December
Stranraer, United Kingdom

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

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, July and August (9km).

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