December weather forecast
Whipsnade, United Kingdom

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Whipsnade, United Kingdom, with an average temperature ranging between min 2.9°C (37.2°F) and max 7.3°C (45.1°F).

Temperature

December's arrival shows an average high-temperature of a still frosty 7.3°C (45.1°F), hardly different from the previous month. During December's nights, Whipsnade notes a minor temperature decline, reaching an average of 2.9°C (37.2°F).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 91%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Whipsnade, United Kingdom, in December, during 14.2 rainfall days, 47mm (1.85") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Whipsnade, United Kingdom, during the entire year, the rain falls for 170.6 days and collects up to 424mm (16.69") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Whipsnade are January through April, November and December. In Whipsnade, during December, snow falls for 2.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 22mm (0.87") of snow. In Whipsnade, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.5 days and aggregates up to 112mm (4.41") 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 December, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 3:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 4:01 pm GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Whipsnade in December?
The average high-temperature, in December, in Whipsnade, is 7.3°C (45.1°F), while the average low-temperature is 2.9°C (37.2°F).
What is the most humid month in Whipsnade?
December is the most humid month in Whipsnade, with an average relative humidity of 91%.
What is the average humidity in December in Whipsnade?
In December, the average relative humidity is 91%.
How many days does it rain in December in Whipsnade?
In Whipsnade, in December, it is raining for 14.2 days, with typically 47mm (1.85") of accumulated precipitation.
How many days does it snow in December in Whipsnade?
In Whipsnade, United Kingdom, during December, snow falls for 2.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 22mm (0.87") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days in Whipsnade?
December has the shortest days of the year in Whipsnade, United Kingdom, with an average of 7h and 54min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Whipsnade have in December?
In December, the average day length in Whipsnade is 7h and 52min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Whipsnade?
On the first day of December in Whipsnade, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 3:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 4:01 pm GMT.
How many hours of sunshine does Whipsnade have in December?
In Whipsnade, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.
When is the lowest UV index in Whipsnade?
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Whipsnade, United Kingdom.
What is the UV index reading in December in Whipsnade?
The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average snowfall
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Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in December - Whipsnade, United Kingdom
Average temperature in December
Whipsnade, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in December: 7.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (21.3°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°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.5°C).

Average pressure in December - Whipsnade, United Kingdom
Average pressure in December
Whipsnade, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in December: 1014mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are May and September (1016.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010.2mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Whipsnade, United Kingdom
Average wind speed in December
Whipsnade, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in December: 18.5km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and December (18.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (13km/h).

Average humidity in December - Whipsnade, United Kingdom
Average humidity in December
Whipsnade, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in December: 91%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (77%).

Average rainfall in December - Whipsnade, United Kingdom
Average rainfall in December
Whipsnade, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in December: 47mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (50mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (23mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Whipsnade, United Kingdom
Average rainfall days in December
Whipsnade, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (11.2 days).

Average snowfall in December - Whipsnade, United Kingdom
Average snowfall in December
Whipsnade, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in December: 22mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (36mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Whipsnade, United Kingdom
Average snowfall days in December
Whipsnade, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.8 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 - Whipsnade, United Kingdom
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Whipsnade, 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 1min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December - Whipsnade, United Kingdom
Average sunshine days in December
Whipsnade, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December - Whipsnade, United Kingdom
Average UV index in December
Whipsnade, 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 - Whipsnade, United Kingdom
Average cloud cover in December
Whipsnade, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 50).

Average visibility in December - Whipsnade, United Kingdom
Average visibility in December
Whipsnade, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is November (8km).

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