December weather forecast
Algonquin Park, Canada

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Stunning brown and golden colors of trees in the fall, mirrored in the calm water, with a partial view of the wooden pier in Algonquin Park, Canada
Stunning brown and golden colors of trees in the fall, mirrored in the calm water, with a partial view of the wooden pier in Algonquin Park, Canada

Weather in December

Rounding off the year, December witnesses Algonquin Park fully embraced by winter. As one of the coldest months, temperatures average -3.9°C (25°F) during the day and -9.5°C (14.9°F) during the nights. Snowfall ensures a white blanket over the park, reaching 290mm (11.42"). It’s an ideal time for winter sports enthusiasts, as the park becomes a snowy playground. Despite the shortened daylight hours, the park exudes a unique charm, making winter excursions worthwhile for the well-prepared.

Temperature

December in Algonquin Park implies a gentle temperature shift, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's icy 2.6°C (36.7°F) to a subzero cold -3.9°C (25°F). An average minimum temperature of -9.5°C (14.9°F) marks the month of December in Algonquin Park.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Algonquin Park is 90%.

Rainfall

In December, in Algonquin Park, the rain falls for 6 days. Throughout December, 49mm (1.93") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Algonquin Park, there are 122.8 rainfall days, and 603mm (23.74") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall in Algonquin Park, Canada. In Algonquin Park, Canada, in December, during 22.3 snowfall days, 290mm (11.42") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Algonquin Park, there are 122.6 snowfall days, and 1723mm (67.83") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:40 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Algonquin Park, the average sunshine in December is 2.1h.

UV index

January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Algonquin Park?

The high-temperature in Algonquin Park, Canada, during December is -3.9°C (25°F) and the low-temperature is -9.5°C (14.9°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Algonquin Park?

The average relative humidity in December is 90%.

How many days does it rain in December in Algonquin Park?

In Algonquin Park, Canada, during December, the rain falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 49mm (1.93") of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Algonquin Park?

In Algonquin Park, Canada, during December, snow falls for 22.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 290mm (11.42") of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Algonquin Park?

December has the shortest days of the year in Algonquin Park, with an average of 8h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Algonquin Park have in December?

The average day length in December is 8h and 46min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Algonquin Park?

On the first day of December in Algonquin Park, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 4:40 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Algonquin Park have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Algonquin Park is 2.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Algonquin Park?

The months with the lowest UV index in Algonquin Park are January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in December in Algonquin Park?

In Algonquin Park, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index estimate 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
Algonquin Park, Canada

Average temperature in December - Algonquin Park, Canada
  • Average high temperature in December: -3.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (24.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-7.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -9.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (12.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-15.3°C).

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Average pressure in December
Algonquin Park, Canada

Average pressure in December - Algonquin Park, Canada
  • Average pressure in December: 1017.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1012.6mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Algonquin Park, Canada

Average wind speed in December - Algonquin Park, Canada
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.4km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Algonquin Park, Canada

Average humidity in December - Algonquin Park, Canada
  • Average humidity in December: 90%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Algonquin Park, Canada

Average rainfall in December - Algonquin Park, Canada
  • Average rainfall in December: 49mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (71mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (34mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Algonquin Park, Canada

Average rainfall days in December - Algonquin Park, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Algonquin Park, Canada

Average snowfall in December - Algonquin Park, Canada
  • Average snowfall in December: 290mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (318mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Algonquin Park, Canada

Average snowfall days in December - Algonquin Park, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in December: 22.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (22.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Algonquin Park, Canada

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Algonquin Park, Canada
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 1h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Algonquin Park, Canada

Average sunshine days in December - Algonquin Park, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Algonquin Park, Canada

Average UV index in December - Algonquin Park, Canada
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Algonquin Park, Canada

Average cloud cover in December - Algonquin Park, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in December: 79

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 84).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in December
Algonquin Park, Canada

Average visibility in December - Algonquin Park, Canada
  • Average visibility in December: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June and July (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (6km).

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