December weather forecast
Swanage, United Kingdom

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Swanage, United Kingdom, with an average temperature fluctuating between 9.2°C (48.6°F) and 6.1°C (43°F).

Temperature

The advent of December observes an average high-temperature of a frosty 9.2°C (48.6°F), nearly identical to November's 11.1°C (52°F). Swanage observes a minimal variance in temperature, with a consistent average low of 6.1°C (43°F) during the nights of December.

Humidity

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 85%, are the most humid months in Swanage, United Kingdom.

Rainfall

In Swanage, during December, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 39mm (1.54") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Swanage, there are 162.1 rainfall days, and 328mm (12.91") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January, February, November and December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall in Swanage. Snow falls for 0.8 days and accumulates 5mm (0.2") of snow.

Sea temperature

In December, the average sea temperature is 11.8°C (53.2°F).
Note: In 11.8°C (53.2°F), cold shock and rapid breathing can occur when swimming at temperatures below 10°C (50°F).

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Swanage, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 4:13 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In Swanage, United Kingdom, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Swanage, United Kingdom, is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in December interprets into the following advice:
Guard yourself - Avoiding sunburn is suggested. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Swanage?
The high-temperature during December is 9.2°C (48.6°F) and the low-temperature is 6.1°C (43°F).
What are the most humid months in Swanage?
The months with the highest humidity in Swanage, United Kingdom, are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 85%.
What is the average humidity in December in Swanage?
In Swanage, United Kingdom, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.
How many days does it rain in December in Swanage?
In Swanage, United Kingdom, during December, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 39mm (1.54") of precipitation.
When does it snow the most in Swanage?
The month with the most snowfall in Swanage, United Kingdom, is December, when snow falls for 0.8 days and typically aggregates up to 5mm (0.2") of snow.
How much does it snow in Swanage in December?
In December, it is snowing for 0.8 days. Throughout December, 5mm (0.2") of snow is accumulated.
What is the water temperature in December in Swanage?
In Swanage, the average seawater temperature in December is 11.8°C (53.2°F). Swimming in 11.8°C (53.2°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 Swanage?
December has the shortest days of the year in Swanage, with an average of 8h and 6min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December in Swanage?
The average day length in December is 8h and 4min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Swanage?
On the first day of December in Swanage, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 4:13 pm GMT.
How many hours of sunshine does Swanage have in December?
The average sunshine duration in December in Swanage, United Kingdom, is 4.3h.
What is the UV index reading in December in Swanage?
The average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
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Average temperature in December - Swanage, United Kingdom
Average temperature in December
Swanage, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in December: 9.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (19°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (7.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 6.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (4.6°C).

Average pressure in December - Swanage, United Kingdom
Average pressure in December
Swanage, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in December: 1015.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.6mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Swanage, United Kingdom
Average wind speed in December
Swanage, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in December: 24.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (24.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (16.7km/h).

Average humidity in December - Swanage, United Kingdom
Average humidity in December
Swanage, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, July and September (81%).

Average rainfall in December - Swanage, United Kingdom
Average rainfall in December
Swanage, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in December: 39mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (46mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (17mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Swanage, United Kingdom
Average rainfall days in December
Swanage, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (11.3 days).

Average snowfall in December - Swanage, United Kingdom
Average snowfall in December
Swanage, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in December: 5mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (5mm).
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Swanage, United Kingdom
Average snowfall days in December
Swanage, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December - Swanage, United Kingdom
Average sea temperature in December
Swanage, United Kingdom
  • Average sea temperature in December: 11.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (17.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (8.7°C).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Swanage, United Kingdom
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Swanage, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December - Swanage, United Kingdom
Average sunshine days in December
Swanage, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (9.1 days).

Average UV index in December - Swanage, United Kingdom
Average UV index in December
Swanage, United Kingdom
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and February (UV index 2).

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

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 58).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in December - Swanage, United Kingdom
Average visibility in December
Swanage, 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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