December weather forecast
Kirk Hammerton, United Kingdom

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Kirk Hammerton, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 6.1°C (43°F) and an average low of 1.9°C (35.4°F).

Temperature

During December, Kirk Hammerton observes a subtle ascent to a still frosty 6.1°C (43°F) from November's 8.9°C (48°F) in the average high-temperature. A steady low-temperature average of 1.9°C (35.4°F) is logged during December, reflecting a modest dip from daytime readings.

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 90%.

Rainfall

In Kirk Hammerton, in December, it is raining for 15 days, with typically 38mm (1.5") of accumulated precipitation. In Kirk Hammerton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 198.1 days and collects up to 516mm (20.31") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 1.8 days. Throughout December, 10mm (0.39") of snow is accumulated. In Kirk Hammerton, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.3 days and aggregates up to 63mm (2.48") of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 7h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 3:47 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:23 am and sunset at 3:52 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?
The average high-temperature, in December, in Kirk Hammerton, is 6.1°C (43°F), while the average low-temperature is 1.9°C (35.4°F).
What is the most humid month in Kirk Hammerton?
The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 90%.
What is the average humidity in December?
In Kirk Hammerton, United Kingdom, the average relative humidity in December is 90%.
How many days does it rain in December?
In December, the rain falls for 15 days. Throughout December, 38mm (1.5") of precipitation is accumulated.
How much does it snow in December?
In December, it is snowing for 1.8 days. Throughout December, 10mm (0.39") of snow is accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days?
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 7h and 30min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December?
The average day length in December is 7h and 29min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:01 am and sunset at 3:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:23 am and sunset at 3:52 pm GMT.
How many hours of sunshine does Kirk Hammerton have in December?
In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.
When is the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.
What is the UV index reading in December?
In Kirk Hammerton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average low temperature
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Average temperature in December - Kirk Hammerton, United Kingdom
Average temperature in December
Kirk Hammerton, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in December: 6.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (19.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 1.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.2°C).

Average pressure in December - Kirk Hammerton, United Kingdom
Average pressure in December
Kirk Hammerton, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in December: 1011.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1008.7mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Kirk Hammerton, United Kingdom
Average wind speed in December
Kirk Hammerton, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in December: 16.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (16.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (12km/h).

Average humidity in December - Kirk Hammerton, United Kingdom
Average humidity in December
Kirk Hammerton, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in December: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, May, July and August (80%).

Average rainfall in December - Kirk Hammerton, United Kingdom
Average rainfall in December
Kirk Hammerton, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in December: 38mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are June, July and August (58mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (23mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Kirk Hammerton, United Kingdom
Average rainfall days in December
Kirk Hammerton, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in December: 15 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (13.6 days).

Average snowfall in December - Kirk Hammerton, United Kingdom
Average snowfall in December
Kirk Hammerton, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in December: 10mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (24mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Kirk Hammerton, United Kingdom
Average snowfall days in December
Kirk Hammerton, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 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 - Kirk Hammerton, United Kingdom
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Kirk Hammerton, United Kingdom
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December - Kirk Hammerton, United Kingdom
Average sunshine days in December
Kirk Hammerton, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (13 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.4 days).

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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 - Kirk Hammerton, United Kingdom
Average cloud cover in December
Kirk Hammerton, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 50).

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

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

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