December weather forecast
Walton-le-Dale, United Kingdom

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Walton-le-Dale, United Kingdom, with an average temperature varying between 7.1°C (44.8°F) and 3.8°C (38.8°F).

Temperature

December is marked by an average high-temperature of a still frosty 7.1°C (44.8°F), almost identical to the preceding month. The December nights show a slight decrease to a mean low-temperature of 3.8°C (38.8°F).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are January, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 87%.

Rainfall

In Walton-le-Dale, during December, the rain falls for 20.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 68mm (2.68") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 221 rainfall days, and 680mm (26.77") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 12mm (0.47") of snow. In Walton-le-Dale, during the entire year, snow falls for 8.7 days and aggregates up to 68mm (2.68") of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 7h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Walton-le-Dale.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 3:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:28 am and sunset at 3:59 pm GMT.

Sunshine

January, February and December, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Walton-le-Dale are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. 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. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Walton-le-Dale?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Walton-le-Dale during December are 7.1°C (44.8°F) and 3.8°C (38.8°F) respectively.
What are the most humid months in Walton-le-Dale?
January, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 87%, are most humid months in Walton-le-Dale.
What is the average humidity in December in Walton-le-Dale?
In December, the average relative humidity in Walton-le-Dale, United Kingdom, is 87%.
How many days does it rain in December in Walton-le-Dale?
In Walton-le-Dale, in December, during 20.3 rainfall days, 68mm (2.68") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
When does it start snowing in Walton-le-Dale?
December is the first month it typically snows in Walton-le-Dale. Throughout December, in the average 1.6 snowfall days, it receives 12mm (0.47") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days in Walton-le-Dale?
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 7h and 30min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Walton-le-Dale have in December?
In December, the average day length is 7h and 32min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Walton-le-Dale?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:05 am and sunset at 3:54 pm. On the last day of the month, in Walton-le-Dale, sunrise is at 8:28 am and sunset at 3:59 pm GMT.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Walton-le-Dale?
The months with the least sunshine in Walton-le-Dale, United Kingdom, are January, February and December, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Walton-le-Dale have in December?
The average sunshine duration in December is 3.8h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Walton-le-Dale?
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Walton-le-Dale.
How high is the UV index in December in Walton-le-Dale?
In Walton-le-Dale, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Walton-le-Dale, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in December: 7.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (18.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 3.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (2.7°C).

Average pressure in December
Walton-le-Dale, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in December: 1011.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1008.7mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Walton-le-Dale, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in December: 20.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (20.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (13.2km/h).

Average humidity in December
Walton-le-Dale, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, November and December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (80%).

Average rainfall in December
Walton-le-Dale, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in December: 68mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (81mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (27mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Walton-le-Dale, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in December: 20.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (15.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Walton-le-Dale, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in December: 12mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (24mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Walton-le-Dale, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.2 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
Walton-le-Dale, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are April and May (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Walton-le-Dale, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (12.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Walton-le-Dale, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Walton-le-Dale, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 48).

Average visibility in December
Walton-le-Dale, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

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

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