December weather forecast
Welwyn, United Kingdom

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Welwyn, United Kingdom, with an average temperature fluctuating between 2.9°C (37.2°F) and 7.2°C (45°F).

Temperature

The transition from November to December sees an average high-temperature of a still chilly 7.2°C (45°F), indicating a minor variance from the prior month. Nights during December maintain a steady temperature, averaging at a wintry 2.9°C (37.2°F).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 90%, December is the most humid month in Welwyn, United Kingdom.

Rainfall

In Welwyn, during December, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 29mm (1.14") of precipitation. In Welwyn, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.2 days and collects up to 278mm (10.94") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Welwyn, in December, snow falls for 2.1 days, with typically accumulated 14mm (0.55") of snow. In Welwyn, during the entire year, snow falls for 10 days and aggregates up to 51mm (2.01") of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 7h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 3:53 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 4:00 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Welwyn 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 Welwyn, United Kingdom. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Welwyn?
The high-temperature, in December, in Welwyn, records 7.2°C (45°F), while the low-temperature is 2.9°C (37.2°F).
What is the most humid month in Welwyn?
With an average relative humidity of 90%, December is the most humid month in Welwyn, United Kingdom.
What is the average humidity in December in Welwyn?
The average relative humidity in December is 90%.
How many days does it rain in December in Welwyn?
In Welwyn, in December, during 12.4 rainfall days, 29mm (1.14") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How much does it snow in Welwyn in December?
In December, in Welwyn, it is snowing for 2.1 days. Throughout December, 14mm (0.55") of snow is accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days in Welwyn?
December has the shortest days of the year in Welwyn, United Kingdom, with an average of 7h and 54min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December in Welwyn?
In December, the average day length is 7h and 52min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Welwyn?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 3:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 4:00 pm GMT.
How many hours of sunshine does Welwyn have in December?
In December, the average sunshine duration in Welwyn, United Kingdom, is 4.3h.
When is the lowest UV index in Welwyn?
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Welwyn.
How high is the UV index in December in Welwyn?
The average daily maximum UV index in December in Welwyn, United Kingdom, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December - Welwyn, United Kingdom
Average temperature in December
Welwyn, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in December: 7.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (21.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 2.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.6°C).

Average pressure in December - Welwyn, United Kingdom
Average pressure in December
Welwyn, 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 (1010.3mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Welwyn, United Kingdom
Average wind speed in December
Welwyn, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in December: 18.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (18.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.9km/h).

Average humidity in December - Welwyn, United Kingdom
Average humidity in December
Welwyn, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in December: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

Average rainfall in December - Welwyn, United Kingdom
Average rainfall in December
Welwyn, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in December: 29mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (36mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (15mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Welwyn, United Kingdom
Average rainfall days in December
Welwyn, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (10.5 days).

Average snowfall in December - Welwyn, United Kingdom
Average snowfall in December
Welwyn, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in December: 14mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (16mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Welwyn, United Kingdom
Average snowfall days in December
Welwyn, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.3 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 - Welwyn, United Kingdom
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Welwyn, 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 months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December - Welwyn, United Kingdom
Average sunshine days in December
Welwyn, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.1 days).

Average UV index in December - Welwyn, United Kingdom
Average UV index in December
Welwyn, 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).

Average cloud cover in December - Welwyn, United Kingdom
Average cloud cover in December
Welwyn, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 48).

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