December weather forecast
Aberdeen, United Kingdom

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Weather in December

The final month of the year, December, brings back snowfall to Aberdeen with 18mm (0.71") over about three days. Residents and tourists brace up for festive celebrations under 6.8 hours of daylight, making it the darkest month. Christmas markets teem with activity under the city lights, creating a magical winter scene. Walking around in heavy coats becomes a norm in the city under winds gusting up to 37.9km/h (23.6mph). The sea wraps up the year at a cold 9.3°C (48.7°F), while the atmospheric pressure stays steady at 1006.4mb, creating a crisp December air.

Temperature

Aberdeen observes a minor difference in average high-temperatures between November's 8.2°C (46.8°F) and December's 6.1°C (43°F). In Aberdeen, a slight decrease from the daytime peak is noted during the month of December, with an average low-temperature of 3.1°C (37.6°F).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.

Rainfall

In Aberdeen, in December, it is raining for 13.4 days, with typically 33mm (1.3") of accumulated precipitation. In Aberdeen, during the entire year, the rain falls for 184.3 days and collects up to 443mm (17.44") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Aberdeen, in December, snow falls for 2.6 days, with typically accumulated 18mm (0.71") of snow. In Aberdeen, during the entire year, snow falls for 17.2 days and aggregates up to 139mm (5.47") of snow.

Sea temperature

In Aberdeen, United Kingdom, the average seawater temperature in December is 9.3°C (48.7°F).
Note: Entering waters of 9.3°C (48.7°F) is life-endangering. A mere moment in 13°C (55.4°F) waters feels piercing cold, and below 10°C (50°F) it can lead to immediate cold shock and cessation of breathing control, depending on body resilience.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Aberdeen, with an average of 6h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:23 am and sunset at 3:31 pm. On the last day of December, in Aberdeen, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 8:47 am and sunset at 3:35 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Aberdeen?

In December, in Aberdeen, the average high-temperature is 6.1°C (43°F), and the average low-temperature is 3.1°C (37.6°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Aberdeen?

The average relative humidity in December is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December in Aberdeen?

In Aberdeen, in December, during 13.4 rainfall days, 33mm (1.3") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Aberdeen?

In Aberdeen, United Kingdom, in December, during 2.6 snowfall days, 18mm (0.71") of snow is typically accumulated.

How cold is the water in December in Aberdeen?

In Aberdeen, the average seawater temperature in December is 9.3°C (48.7°F). Swimming in 9.3°C (48.7°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

What is the month with the shortest days in Aberdeen?

December has the shortest days of the year in Aberdeen, with an average of 6h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Aberdeen have in December?

In Aberdeen, the average day length in December is 6h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Aberdeen?

On the first day of December in Aberdeen, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 8:23 am and sunset at 3:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:47 am and sunset at 3:35 pm GMT.

How long on average sun shines in December in Aberdeen?

The average sunshine duration in December in Aberdeen is 5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Aberdeen?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Aberdeen?

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

Average temperature in December - Aberdeen, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in December: 6.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (16.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 3.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.2°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (2.6°C).

Average pressure in December
Aberdeen, United Kingdom

Average pressure in December - Aberdeen, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in December: 1006.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1006.3mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Aberdeen, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in December - Aberdeen, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in December: 22.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (23km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (14km/h).

Average humidity in December
Aberdeen, United Kingdom

Average humidity in December - Aberdeen, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are June and September (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (80%).

Average rainfall in December
Aberdeen, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in December - Aberdeen, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in December: 33mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (61mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (16mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Aberdeen, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in December - Aberdeen, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Aberdeen, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in December - Aberdeen, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in December: 18mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (51mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Aberdeen, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in December - Aberdeen, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Aberdeen, United Kingdom

Average sea temperature in December - Aberdeen, United Kingdom
  • Average sea temperature in December: 9.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (13.8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (6.7°C).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Aberdeen, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in December: 6h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Aberdeen, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in December - Aberdeen, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are April and November (15.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Aberdeen, United Kingdom

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Aberdeen, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in December - Aberdeen, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are September and December (Cloud cover 50).

Average visibility in December
Aberdeen, United Kingdom

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

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

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