December weather forecastAbbotsford, Canada
December
Weather in December
Winter sets in fully with December, bringing cold temperatures and substantial rainfall. December sees a return of snow with an average of 48mm (1.89"), endowing Abbotsford with a winter wonderland look. The weather remains considerably colder and days are short, with lesser daylight hours. Despite the cold, the festive season brings warmth, making it a special month full of celebrations and holiday spirit.Temperature
With average temperatures fluctuating between a high of 4.2°C (39.6°F) and a low of -0.2°C (31.6°F), December stands out as the coldest month.Humidity
In Abbotsford, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.Rainfall
In Abbotsford, in December, it is raining for 19.2 days, with typically 174mm (6.85") of accumulated precipitation. In Abbotsford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 188 days and collects up to 1267mm (49.88") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 3 days. Throughout December, 48mm (1.89") of snow is accumulated. In Abbotsford, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.7 days and aggregates up to 259mm (10.2") of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 18min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 4:21 pm PST.
Sunshine
December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Abbotsford, Canada
- Average high temperature in December: 4.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (23.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (4.2°C).
- Average low temperature in December: -0.2°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (10.8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (-0.2°C).
Average pressure in December
Abbotsford, Canada
- Average pressure in December: 1018.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1018.8mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are March and August (1016mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Abbotsford, Canada
- Average wind speed in December: 7.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1km/h).
Average humidity in December
Abbotsford, Canada
- Average humidity in December: 86%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).
Average rainfall in December
Abbotsford, Canada
- Average rainfall in December: 174mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (196mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (23mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Abbotsford, Canada
- Average rainfall days in December: 19.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (7.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Abbotsford, Canada
- Average snowfall in December: 48mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (79mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Abbotsford, Canada
- Average snowfall days in December: 3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Abbotsford, Canada
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 18min
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 48min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Abbotsford, Canada
- Average sunshine days in December: 10.3 days
The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (8.4 days).
Average UV index in December
Abbotsford, Canada
- Average UV index in December: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Abbotsford, Canada
- Average cloud cover in December: 59
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Abbotsford, Canada
- Average visibility in December: 7km
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, November and December (7km).
