December weather forecast
Inverkeithing, United Kingdom

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Inverkeithing, United Kingdom, with an average temperature fluctuating between 1.6°C (34.9°F) and 5.4°C (41.7°F).

Temperature

Inverkeithing experiences a transition to a cold 5.4°C (41.7°F) in average high-temperatures with the arrival of December, not greatly differing from November's 7.7°C (45.9°F). In Inverkeithing, the nocturnal temperatures throughout December show a marginal dip from the daytime averages, settling at a still wintry 1.6°C (34.9°F).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Inverkeithing are January, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 15.9 days. Throughout December, 41mm (1.61") of precipitation is accumulated. In Inverkeithing, during the entire year, the rain falls for 193.4 days and collects up to 475mm (18.7") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Inverkeithing, during December, snow falls for 3.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 20mm (0.79") of snow. Throughout the year, in Inverkeithing, there are 16.2 snowfall days, and 146mm (5.75") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In December, the average sea temperature in Inverkeithing is 9.3°C (48.7°F).
Note: Diving into 9.3°C (48.7°F) is practical below 10°C (50°F), given you're wearing protective swim gear; without it, expect a quick onset of cold shock and a struggle to breathe. Merely touching waters at 13°C (55.4°F) feels ice-cold.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Inverkeithing, United Kingdom, is December, with an average of 7h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 3:44 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:44 am and sunset at 3:48 pm GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Inverkeithing is 4.5h.

UV index

In Inverkeithing, United Kingdom, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
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. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Inverkeithing?

In Inverkeithing, 5.4°C (41.7°F) is the average high-temperature and 1.6°C (34.9°F) is the average low-temperature during December.

What are the most humid months in Inverkeithing?

The months with the highest humidity are January, November and December, with an average relative humidity of 88%.

What is the average humidity in December in Inverkeithing?

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

How many days does it rain in December in Inverkeithing?

In Inverkeithing, in December, it is raining for 15.9 days, with typically 41mm (1.61") of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Inverkeithing in December?

In Inverkeithing, during December, snow falls for 3.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 20mm (0.79") of snow.

What is the water temperature in December in Inverkeithing?

In December, the average sea temperature in Inverkeithing is 9.3°C (48.7°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.

What is the month with the shortest days in Inverkeithing?

December has the shortest days of the year in Inverkeithing, United Kingdom, with an average of 7h and 6min of daylight.

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

In Inverkeithing, United Kingdom, the average day length in December is 7h and 4min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Inverkeithing?

On the first day of December in Inverkeithing, United Kingdom, sunrise is at 8:21 am and sunset at 3:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:44 am and sunset at 3:48 pm GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does Inverkeithing have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Inverkeithing, United Kingdom, is 4.5h.

How high is the UV index in December in Inverkeithing?

In Inverkeithing, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Average temperature in December
Inverkeithing, United Kingdom

Average temperature in December - Inverkeithing, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in December: 5.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (17.3°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 July (10.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.3°C).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Inverkeithing, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in December: 1007.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1006.8mbar).

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (19.1km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (12.5km/h).

Average humidity in December
Inverkeithing, United Kingdom

Average humidity in December - Inverkeithing, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, November and December (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (81%).

Average rainfall in December
Inverkeithing, United Kingdom

Average rainfall in December - Inverkeithing, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in December: 41mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (61mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (22mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Inverkeithing, United Kingdom

Average rainfall days in December - Inverkeithing, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in December: 15.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (12.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Inverkeithing, United Kingdom

Average snowfall in December - Inverkeithing, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in December: 20mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (50mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Inverkeithing, United Kingdom

Average snowfall days in December - Inverkeithing, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Inverkeithing, United Kingdom

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

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (14.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (6.8°C).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Inverkeithing, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Inverkeithing, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (13.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Inverkeithing, United Kingdom

Average UV index in December - Inverkeithing, 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
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Average cloud cover in December - Inverkeithing, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 52).

Average visibility in December
Inverkeithing, United Kingdom

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

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

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