December weather forecast
Penarth, United Kingdom

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Penarth, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between max 8.6°C (47.5°F) and min 5.2°C (41.4°F).

Temperature

December observes an average high-temperature of a chilly 8.6°C (47.5°F), marking an insignificant difference from November's 10.4°C (50.7°F). An average nighttime temperature of 5.2°C (41.4°F) marks December.

Humidity

November and December, with an average relative humidity of 86%, are the most humid months in Penarth.

Rainfall

In Penarth, during December, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 27mm (1.06") of precipitation. In Penarth, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.6 days and collects up to 252mm (9.92") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January, February, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 0.7 days. Throughout December, 1mm (0.04") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Penarth, there are 3.1 snowfall days, and 8mm (0.31") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In December, the average sea temperature is 11.5°C (52.7°F).
Note: In 11.5°C (52.7°F), cold shock and rapid breathing can occur when swimming at temperatures below 10°C (50°F).

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Penarth, United Kingdom, with an average of 7h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 4:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 4:13 pm GMT.

Sunshine

In Penarth, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Penarth 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 minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Penarth?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Penarth, United Kingdom, during December are 8.6°C (47.5°F) and 5.2°C (41.4°F) respectively.
What is the most humid month in Penarth?
November and December, with an average relative humidity of 86%, are most humid months in Penarth.
What is the average humidity in December in Penarth?
In December, the average relative humidity is 86%.
How much does it rain in Penarth in December?
In Penarth, during December, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 27mm (1.06") of precipitation.
How much does it snow in Penarth in December?
In Penarth, United Kingdom, in December, snow falls for 0.7 days, with typically accumulated 1mm (0.04") of snow.
What is the water temperature in December in Penarth?
In Penarth, United Kingdom, in December, the average water temperature is 11.5°C (52.7°F). Swimming in 11.5°C (52.7°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.
What is the month with the shortest days in Penarth?
With an average of 7h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
How many hours of daylight does Penarth have in December?
In December, the average day length is 7h and 56min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Penarth?
On the first day of December in Penarth, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 4:07 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:17 am and sunset at 4:13 pm GMT.
How many hours of sunshine does Penarth have in December?
In December, the average sunshine duration in Penarth, United Kingdom, is 4.1h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Penarth?
The months with the lowest UV index in Penarth, United Kingdom, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.
What is the UV index reading in December in Penarth?
The average daily maximum UV index in December in Penarth is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Penarth, United Kingdom
Average temperature in December
Penarth, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in December: 8.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (19°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (7.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 5.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (3.9°C).

Average pressure in December - Penarth, United Kingdom
Average pressure in December
Penarth, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in December: 1014mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1016.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1010mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Penarth, United Kingdom
Average wind speed in December
Penarth, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in December: 22km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (22.3km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (15.2km/h).

Average humidity in December - Penarth, United Kingdom
Average humidity in December
Penarth, United Kingdom
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (81%).

Average rainfall in December - Penarth, United Kingdom
Average rainfall in December
Penarth, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in December: 27mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are August and November (31mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (12mm).

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (13.5 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and April (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December - Penarth, United Kingdom
Average snowfall in December
Penarth, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in December: 1mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5mm).
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Penarth, United Kingdom
Average snowfall days in December
Penarth, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December - Penarth, United Kingdom
Average sea temperature in December
Penarth, United Kingdom
  • Average sea temperature in December: 11.5°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August and September (16.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (8.7°C).

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December - Penarth, United Kingdom
Average sunshine days in December
Penarth, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (13.7 days).

Average UV index in December - Penarth, United Kingdom
Average UV index in December
Penarth, 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 - Penarth, United Kingdom
Average cloud cover in December
Penarth, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are April and May (Cloud cover 46).

Average visibility in December - Penarth, United Kingdom
Average visibility in December
Penarth, United Kingdom
  • Average visibility in December: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (9km).

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