December weather forecast
Gaspé, Canada

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Gaspé, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max -2.5°C (27.5°F) and min -7°C (19.4°F).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Gaspé's average high-temperature adjusts, receding from November's cold 2.9°C (37.2°F) to a subzero cold -2.5°C (27.5°F). Gaspé, during the nights of December, averages a temperature close to its daytime high, at -7°C (19.4°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Gaspé, Canada, is 85%.

Rainfall

In Gaspé, in December, it is raining for 6.9 days, with typically 56mm (2.2") of accumulated precipitation. In Gaspé, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.1 days and collects up to 670mm (26.38") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Gaspé, in December, snow falls for 14.1 days, with typically accumulated 113mm (4.45") of snow. In Gaspé, Canada, during the entire year, snow falls for 79.8 days and aggregates up to 980mm (38.58") of snow.

Sea temperature

In December, the average sea temperature in Gaspé, Canada, is 1.4°C (34.5°F).
Note: During swimming activities, this is a serious life-threatening hazard. Rapid loss of control over breathing impairs cognitive abilities. A specialized swimsuit is essential to limit thermal wastage.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Gaspé, with an average of 8h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 3:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 3:31 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Gaspé, Canada, is 3.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Gaspé are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 1 turns into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Gaspé?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Gaspé, is -2.5°C (27.5°F), while the average low-temperature is -7°C (19.4°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Gaspé?

The average relative humidity in December in Gaspé is 85%.

How much does it rain in Gaspé in December?

In December, the rain falls for 6.9 days. Throughout December, 56mm (2.2") of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Gaspé?

In Gaspé, during December, snow falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 113mm (4.45") of snow.

How cold is the water in December in Gaspé?

In Gaspé, the average seawater temperature in December is 1.4°C (34.5°F). For swimming, this is considered life-threatening and very dangerous. The water feels painfully cold, and hyperventilation quickly occurs. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to reduce thermal damage.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gaspé?

The month with the shortest days in Gaspé is December, with an average of 8h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Gaspé?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 20min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Gaspé?

On the first day of December in Gaspé, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 3:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 3:31 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Gaspé have in December?

In Gaspé, Canada, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Gaspé?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December in Gaspé?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Gaspé is 1. 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
Gaspé, Canada

Average temperature in December - Gaspé, Canada
  • Average high temperature in December: -2.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (20.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-6.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-12.3°C).

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Average pressure in December
Gaspé, Canada

Average pressure in December - Gaspé, Canada
  • Average pressure in December: 1013.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1014.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1010.3mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Gaspé, Canada

Average wind speed in December - Gaspé, Canada
  • Average wind speed in December: 19.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (19.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (11.5km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Gaspé, Canada

Average humidity in December - Gaspé, Canada
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Gaspé, Canada

Average rainfall in December - Gaspé, Canada
  • Average rainfall in December: 56mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April, July and November (62mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (38mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Gaspé, Canada

Average rainfall days in December - Gaspé, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Gaspé, Canada

Average snowfall in December - Gaspé, Canada
  • Average snowfall in December: 113mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (232mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Gaspé, Canada

Average snowfall days in December - Gaspé, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (16.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Gaspé, Canada

Average sea temperature in December - Gaspé, Canada
  • Average sea temperature in December: 1.4°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (15.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (-1.4°C).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gaspé, Canada

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gaspé, Canada
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Gaspé, Canada

Average sunshine days in December - Gaspé, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (9.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Gaspé, Canada

Average UV index in December - Gaspé, Canada
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Gaspé, Canada

Average cloud cover in December - Gaspé, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in December: 68

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in December
Gaspé, Canada

Average visibility in December - Gaspé, Canada
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

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

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