December weather forecast
Holmfirth, United Kingdom

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Holmfirth, United Kingdom, with an average temperature varying between 1.6°C (34.9°F) and 5.7°C (42.3°F).

Temperature

The average high-temperature for December is a cold 5.7°C (42.3°F), closely aligning with the temperature of the preceding month. Throughout December nights, Holmfirth records a consistent low-temperature averaging 1.6°C (34.9°F).

Humidity

January, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 91%, are the most humid months in Holmfirth.

Rainfall

In Holmfirth, during December, the rain falls for 15.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 45mm (1.77") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Holmfirth, there are 197 rainfall days, and 531mm (20.91") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Holmfirth, in December, snow falls for 5.8 days, with typically accumulated 57mm (2.24") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 32.9 snowfall days, and 309mm (12.17") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Holmfirth is December, with an average of 7h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 3:51 pm. On the last day of December, in Holmfirth, sunrise is at 8:23 am and sunset at 3:57 pm GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Holmfirth is 3.5h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Holmfirth during December?
In December, in Holmfirth, the average high-temperature is 5.7°C (42.3°F), and the average low-temperature is 1.6°C (34.9°F).
What are the most humid months in Holmfirth?
January, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 91%, are most humid months in Holmfirth, United Kingdom.
What is the average humidity in December in Holmfirth?
In December, the average relative humidity in Holmfirth is 91%.
How much does it rain in Holmfirth in December?
In December, the rain falls for 15.5 days. Throughout December, 45mm (1.77") of precipitation is accumulated.
How many days does it snow in December in Holmfirth?
In Holmfirth, during December, snow falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 57mm (2.24") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days in Holmfirth?
With an average of 7h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Holmfirth, United Kingdom.
How many hours of daylight does Holmfirth have in December?
The average day length in December in Holmfirth, United Kingdom, is 7h and 34min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Holmfirth?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 3:51 pm. On the last day of the month, in Holmfirth, sunrise is at 8:23 am and sunset at 3:57 pm GMT.
How many hours of sunshine does Holmfirth have in December?
In Holmfirth, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.5h.
How high is the UV index in December in Holmfirth?
In Holmfirth, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Holmfirth, United Kingdom
Average temperature in December
Holmfirth, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in December: 5.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (18.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (4.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 1.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.1°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (0.8°C).

Average pressure in December - Holmfirth, United Kingdom
Average pressure in December
Holmfirth, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in December: 1011.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Holmfirth, United Kingdom
Average wind speed in December
Holmfirth, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in December: 18.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (19km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (13km/h).

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, November and December (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (81%).

Average rainfall in December - Holmfirth, United Kingdom
Average rainfall in December
Holmfirth, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in December: 45mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (58mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (25mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Holmfirth, United Kingdom
Average rainfall days in December
Holmfirth, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.3 days).

Average snowfall in December - Holmfirth, United Kingdom
Average snowfall in December
Holmfirth, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in December: 57mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (69mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Holmfirth, United Kingdom
Average snowfall days in December
Holmfirth, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Holmfirth, United Kingdom
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Holmfirth, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 4min

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December - Holmfirth, United Kingdom
Average sunshine days in December
Holmfirth, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (12 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.5 days).

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December - Holmfirth, United Kingdom
Average cloud cover in December
Holmfirth, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in December: 67

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 58).

Average visibility in December - Holmfirth, United Kingdom
Average visibility in December
Holmfirth, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in December: 8km

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

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