December weather forecast
Northampton, United Kingdom

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Weather in December

December in Northampton marks the onset of winter with the shortest daylight hours. The month is characteristically cold with average temperatures dropping from November. A spike in snowfall from 1mm (0.04") to 19mm (0.75") is noticed, attributing to the chill in the air. The biting cold and frequent snow showers transform the city into a winter wonderland. Despite the raw weather, December sees the city lit up for Christmas celebrations and buzzing with holiday festivities.

Temperature

The average high-temperature in Northampton during December is a still chilly 6.9°C (44.4°F), almost matching the conditions of the preceding month. Northampton, in the month of December, notes an average low temperature of 2.6°C (36.7°F), indicating a small decrease from the daytime highs.

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 91%.

Rainfall

In Northampton, in December, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 33mm (1.3") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158.3 rainfall days, and 370mm (14.57") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Northampton, in December, during 2.1 snowfall days, 19mm (0.75") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 10.4 snowfall days, and 75mm (2.95") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Northampton, United Kingdom, is December, with an average of 7h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Northampton, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 3:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 4:00 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In Northampton, United Kingdom, 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 in Northampton, United Kingdom. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 8, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Northampton?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Northampton, United Kingdom, during December are 6.9°C (44.4°F) and 2.6°C (36.7°F) respectively.

What is the most humid month in Northampton?

December is the most humid month in Northampton, United Kingdom, with an average relative humidity of 91%.

What is the average humidity in December in Northampton?

The average relative humidity in December in Northampton is 91%.

How many days does it rain in December in Northampton?

In Northampton, United Kingdom, in December, during 12.5 rainfall days, 33mm (1.3") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Northampton?

In Northampton, United Kingdom, during December, snow falls for 2.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 19mm (0.75") of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Northampton?

December has the shortest days of the year in Northampton, with an average of 7h and 48min of daylight.

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

In Northampton, United Kingdom, the average day length in December is 7h and 48min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Northampton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 3:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:12 am and sunset at 4:00 pm GMT.

How long on average sun shines in December in Northampton?

The average sunshine duration in December in Northampton is 4.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Northampton?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Northampton?

In Northampton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Northampton, United Kingdom

Average temperature in December - Northampton, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in December: 6.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (20.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 2.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.4°C).

Average pressure in December
Northampton, United Kingdom

Average pressure in December - Northampton, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in December: 1013.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Northampton, United Kingdom

Average wind speed in December - Northampton, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in December: 18.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (18.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.9km/h).

Average humidity in December
Northampton, United Kingdom

Average humidity in December - Northampton, 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 (79%).

Average rainfall in December
Northampton, United Kingdom

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (44mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are March and September (22mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Northampton, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in December - Northampton, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is September (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Northampton, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in December - Northampton, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in December: 19mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (27mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Northampton, United Kingdom

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.4 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
Northampton, United Kingdom

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Northampton, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Northampton, United Kingdom

Average sunshine days in December - Northampton, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Northampton, United Kingdom

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

The month with the highest UV index is 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
Northampton, United Kingdom

Average cloud cover in December - Northampton, 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 51).

Average visibility in December
Northampton, United Kingdom

Average visibility in December - Northampton, 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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