Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average sea temperature in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
December
Weather in December
Temperature
An average high-temperature of a still frosty 7°C (44.6°F) marks December, exhibiting a close resemblance to the conditions in November. A slight dip in temperature to a wintry 4.4°C (39.9°F) marks the average nights during December.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity in Thurso, United Kingdom, is 80%.Rainfall
In December, in Thurso, United Kingdom, the rain falls for 21.4 days. Throughout December, 52mm (2.05") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Thurso, there are 237.5 rainfall days, and 584mm (22.99") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Thurso. In Thurso, in December, during 4.1 snowfall days, 24mm (0.94") of snow is typically accumulated. In Thurso, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.8 days and aggregates up to 121mm (4.76") of snow.Sea temperature
In December, the average sea temperature is 9.6°C (49.3°F).Note: With an efficient thermal swimsuit, one can navigate 9.6°C (49.3°F) even if it's colder than 10°C (50°F); otherwise, rapid cold shock and breathlessness might set in. Barely wading at 13°C (55.4°F) feels chilly.
Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Thurso is December, with an average of 6h and 24min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:38 am and sunset at 3:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:04 am and sunset at 3:30 pm GMT.
Sunshine
January and December, with an average of 3.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Thurso are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Is it cold in Thurso during December?
What is the average humidity in December in Thurso?
How many days does it rain in December in Thurso?
How many days does it snow in December in Thurso?
What is the water temperature in December in Thurso?
What is the month with the shortest days in Thurso?
What is the average length of the day in December in Thurso?
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Thurso?
What is the month with the least sunshine in Thurso?
How many hours of sunshine does Thurso have in December?
When is the lowest UV index in Thurso?
What is the UV index intensity in December in Thurso?
Average temperature in December
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average high temperature in December: 7°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (15.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.1°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 4.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (3.7°C).
Average pressure in December
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average pressure in December: 1004.1mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1004.1mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average wind speed in December: 28.1km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (29.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (17.8km/h).
Average humidity in December
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average humidity in December: 80%
The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (85%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and April (79%).
Average rainfall in December
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall in December: 52mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (61mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (32mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average rainfall days in December: 21.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (22.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (16.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall in December: 24mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (35mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average snowfall days in December: 4.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average sea temperature in December: 9.6°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (13.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (7.4°C).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average daylight in December: 6h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average sunshine days in December: 4.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (9.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (4.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July 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
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average cloud cover in December: 61
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 57).
Average visibility in December
Thurso, United Kingdom
- Average visibility in December: 9km
The month with the highest visibility is April (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
