December weather forecast
Kangiqsujuaq, Canada

December, the first month of the winter in Kangiqsujuaq, is also an arctic cold month, with temperature in the range of an average high of -16°C (3.2°F) and an average low of -23°C (-9.4°F).

Temperature

As December sets, the average high-temperature displays a significant decrease, moving down from a subzero cold -7°C (19.4°F) in November to an arctic cold -16°C (3.2°F). Throughout December, the average low-temperature records at a life-threatening cold -23°C (-9.4°F).

Rainfall

In Kangiqsujuaq, in December, during 13 rainfall days, 23mm (0.91") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kangiqsujuaq, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149 days and collects up to 401mm (15.79") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In December, the average sea temperature in Kangiqsujuaq is -1°C (30.2°F).
Note: In the realm of swimming, this state is extremely cold, treacherous, and life-threatening. Without properly insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia develops almost immediately.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 5h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:38 am and sunset at 2:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:06 am and sunset at 2:36 pm EST.

Sunshine

January, November and December, with an average of 1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Kangiqsujuaq.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Kangiqsujuaq, Canada, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 0. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 0 translates into these guidelines:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.