December weather forecast
Dundee, United Kingdom

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Weather in December

December in Dundee rings in the classic British winter. Temperatures drop to their year-end low, whereas sea temperatures also slide down, mirroring the cooler environment. Snowfall reemerges at 11mm (0.43"), marking the return of winter's hallmark feature. With a decrease in daylight hours, this month brings early sunsets, paving the way for longer, freezing nights. The omnipresent Dundee winds persist, rounding off the atmospheric repertoire of a chilly December.

Temperature

Dundee, United Kingdom, observes an average high-temperature of a cold 5.5°C (41.9°F) in December, barely different from 7.7°C (45.9°F) in November. The nighttime temperature in Dundee in December experiences a minor dip, averaging a still icy 1.7°C (35.1°F).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, in Dundee, United Kingdom, the rain falls for 9.8 days. Throughout December, 21mm (0.83") of precipitation is accumulated. In Dundee, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.9 days and collects up to 321mm (12.64") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Dundee are January through April, November and December. In Dundee, during December, snow falls for 1.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 11mm (0.43") of snow. In Dundee, United Kingdom, during the entire year, snow falls for 10 days and aggregates up to 66mm (2.6") of snow.

Sea temperature

In Dundee, in December, the average water temperature is 9.2°C (48.6°F).
Note: Dipping into 9.2°C (48.6°F) below 10°C (50°F) needs protective wear, or you'd face cold shock and breathing issues swiftly. Meanwhile, a slight swim around 13°C (55.4°F) feels cold to the bone.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 7h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:22 am and sunset at 3:39 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:46 am and sunset at 3:44 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In Dundee, United Kingdom, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Dundee. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Dundee?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 5.5°C (41.9°F) and 1.7°C (35.1°F) respectively.

What are the most humid months in Dundee?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Dundee?

In December, the average relative humidity in Dundee, United Kingdom, is 87%.

How many days does it rain in December in Dundee?

In Dundee, during December, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 21mm (0.83") of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Dundee?

In December, in Dundee, United Kingdom, it is snowing for 1.7 days. Throughout December, 11mm (0.43") of snow is accumulated.

What is the sea water temperature in December in Dundee?

In Dundee, the average seawater temperature in December is 9.2°C (48.6°F). Swimming in 9.2°C (48.6°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 Dundee?

The month with the shortest days in Dundee, United Kingdom, is December, with an average of 7h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Dundee?

In Dundee, United Kingdom, the average day length in December is 6h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Dundee?

On the first day of December in Dundee, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 8:22 am and sunset at 3:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:46 am and sunset at 3:44 pm GMT.

How long on average sun shines in December in Dundee?

In Dundee, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Dundee?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Dundee?

In Dundee, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in December
Dundee, United Kingdom

Average temperature in December - Dundee, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in December: 5.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (17.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 1.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (10.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.4°C).

Average pressure in December
Dundee, United Kingdom

Average pressure in December - Dundee, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in December: 1007.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1006.7mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Dundee, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in December - Dundee, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in December: 18.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (18.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (12.2km/h).

Average humidity in December
Dundee, United Kingdom

Average humidity in December - Dundee, 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 (81%).

Average rainfall in December
Dundee, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in December - Dundee, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in December: 21mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (46mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (16mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Dundee, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in December - Dundee, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dundee, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in December - Dundee, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in December: 11mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (23mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Dundee, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in December - Dundee, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.7 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 sea temperature in December
Dundee, United Kingdom

Average sea temperature in December - Dundee, United Kingdom
  • Average sea temperature in December: 9.2°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (14.2°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (6.5°C).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dundee, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and October (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dundee, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in December - Dundee, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11 days).

Average UV index in December
Dundee, United Kingdom

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (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
Dundee, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in December - Dundee, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 51).

Average visibility in December
Dundee, United Kingdom

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

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

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