Average weather for North West in December
It's hot in December in North West with an average temperature of 31°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 29°C to a high of 34°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 17°C and 19°C.
Start of December
The month of December starts in North West with hot temps, averaging around 32°C during the day and nights around 18°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days in the early part of the month.
With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps stay steady at around 32°C, with nights around 19°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
Since it cools down at night, it’s a good idea to wear layers.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in North West is around 31°C, while nighttime temps are about 19°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended.
In December, there is an average of 97 mm of precipitation, spread over 9 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the East.
North West in December |
New York | ||
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31°C | 9°C | |
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34°C | 12°C | |
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29°C | -5°C | |
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97 mm | 133 mm | |
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9 days | 17 days |
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is December a good time to visit North West?
December is a good month to be in North West for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much rain.
Temperature records
With 40°C in 2018, North West reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 16°C in 2019. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 11°C to a highest value of 24°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in North West
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in December for North West, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in December in North West
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for North West, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for December, you can expect about 9 days of precipitation in North West.
Daily UV index in December in North West
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in North West, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in December in North West over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in North West, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in December in North West over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in North West, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in December for North West
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in North West. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.































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Average weather in North West by month
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