December weather forecast
Porthmadog, United Kingdom

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Porthmadog, United Kingdom, with an average temperature fluctuating between 3°C (37.4°F) and 6.6°C (43.9°F).

Temperature

The arrival of December is marked by an average high-temperature of a still frosty 6.6°C (43.9°F), bearing a close resemblance to November. Porthmadog's nights in December maintain a consistent average of 3°C (37.4°F), demonstrating a minimal differential from its daytime temperature.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Porthmadog are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 91%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 20.8 days and accumulates 103mm (4.06") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Porthmadog are January through April, November and December. In December, in Porthmadog, it is snowing for 3.9 days. Throughout December, 46mm (1.81") of snow is accumulated. In Porthmadog, during the entire year, snow falls for 22.5 days and aggregates up to 260mm (10.24") of snow.

Sea temperature

In Porthmadog, in December, the average water temperature is 10.8°C (51.4°F).
Note: Swimming in 10.8°C (51.4°F) can be lethal. Merely spending a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) waters feels harsh, and venturing below 10°C (50°F) might disrupt breathing control and bring about cold shock, contingent on individual resilience.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 7h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 4:04 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:29 am and sunset at 4:10 pm GMT.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Porthmadog is December, with an average of 2.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Porthmadog are January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Porthmadog in December?
In Porthmadog, 6.6°C (43.9°F) is the average high-temperature and 3°C (37.4°F) is the average low-temperature during December.
What are the most humid months in Porthmadog?
January and December, with an average relative humidity of 91%, are most humid months in Porthmadog.
What is the average humidity in December in Porthmadog?
In December, the average relative humidity is 91%.
What is the rainiest month in Porthmadog?
December is the month with the most rainfall in Porthmadog. Rain falls for 20.8 days and accumulates 103mm (4.06") of precipitation.
How much does it rain in Porthmadog in December?
In Porthmadog, United Kingdom, during December, the rain falls for 20.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 103mm (4.06") of precipitation.
How much does it snow in Porthmadog in December?
In December, it is snowing for 3.9 days. Throughout December, 46mm (1.81") of snow is accumulated.
What is the sea water temperature in December in Porthmadog?
In Porthmadog, United Kingdom, in December, the average water temperature is 10.8°C (51.4°F). Swimming in 10.8°C (51.4°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 Porthmadog?
With an average of 7h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Porthmadog, United Kingdom.
What is the average length of the day in December in Porthmadog?
In December, the average day length in Porthmadog, United Kingdom, is 7h and 41min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Porthmadog?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 4:04 pm. On the last day of the month, in Porthmadog, sunrise is at 8:29 am and sunset at 4:10 pm GMT.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Porthmadog?
The month with the least sunshine in Porthmadog, United Kingdom, is December, with an average of 2.5h of sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Porthmadog have in December?
In December, the average sunshine duration in Porthmadog is 2.5h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Porthmadog?
The months with the lowest UV index in Porthmadog are January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.
What is the UV index intensity in December in Porthmadog?
In Porthmadog, United Kingdom, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Porthmadog, United Kingdom
Average temperature in December
Porthmadog, United Kingdom
  • Average high temperature in December: 6.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (17.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (10.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (1.5°C).

Average pressure in December - Porthmadog, United Kingdom
Average pressure in December
Porthmadog, United Kingdom
  • Average pressure in December: 1012.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1016.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009.1mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Porthmadog, United Kingdom
Average wind speed in December
Porthmadog, United Kingdom
  • Average wind speed in December: 17.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (17.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (11.2km/h).

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (84%).

Average rainfall in December - Porthmadog, United Kingdom
Average rainfall in December
Porthmadog, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall in December: 103mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (103mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are April and May (52mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Porthmadog, United Kingdom
Average rainfall days in December
Porthmadog, United Kingdom
  • Average rainfall days in December: 20.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (15.3 days).

Average snowfall in December - Porthmadog, United Kingdom
Average snowfall in December
Porthmadog, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall in December: 46mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (70mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Porthmadog, United Kingdom
Average snowfall days in December
Porthmadog, United Kingdom
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December - Porthmadog, United Kingdom
Average sea temperature in December
Porthmadog, United Kingdom
  • Average sea temperature in December: 10.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (15.7°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (8.3°C).

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

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are May and June (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December - Porthmadog, United Kingdom
Average sunshine days in December
Porthmadog, United Kingdom
  • Average sunshine days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (10.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.9 days).

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December - Porthmadog, United Kingdom
Average cloud cover in December
Porthmadog, United Kingdom
  • Average cloud cover in December: 76

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 76).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 60).

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

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, October, November and December (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are August and September (7km).

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