December weather forecast
Arviat, Canada

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an arctic cold month in Arviat, Canada, with an average temperature fluctuating between -18.5°C (-1.3°F) and -23.2°C (-9.8°F).

Temperature

The onset of December witnesses a clear shift in the average high-temperature, dropping from an extreme cold -10.2°C (13.6°F) in November to an arctic cold -18.5°C (-1.3°F). Arviat's temperature during December nights registers a minor decrease to an average low of -23.2°C (-9.8°F).

Humidity

In Arviat, the average relative humidity in December is 96%.

Rainfall

In Arviat, in December, during 0.8 rainfall days, 12mm (0.47") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Arviat, there are 67.6 rainfall days, and 291mm (11.46") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall in Arviat. In December, it is snowing for 16.2 days. Throughout December, 61mm (2.4") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Arviat, there are 112 snowfall days, and 501mm (19.72") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Arviat is December, with an average of 5h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 9:02 am and sunset at 3:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:29 am and sunset at 3:09 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Arviat is December, with an average of 1h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Arviat are January through April, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 1 in December translates into these instructions:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Arviat?

The high-temperature, in December, in Arviat, records -18.5°C (-1.3°F), while the low-temperature is -23.2°C (-9.8°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Arviat?

The average relative humidity in December is 96%.

How much does it rain in Arviat in December?

In Arviat, Canada, in December, during 0.8 rainfall days, 12mm (0.47") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Arviat in December?

In Arviat, Canada, in December, during 16.2 snowfall days, 61mm (2.4") of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Arviat?

The month with the shortest days in Arviat is December, with an average of 5h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Arviat have in December?

The average day length in December in Arviat is 5h and 40min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Arviat?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 9:02 am and sunset at 3:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:29 am and sunset at 3:09 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Arviat?

With an average of 1h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December in Arviat?

The average sunshine duration in December in Arviat is 1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Arviat?

January through April, October through 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 Arviat?

In Arviat, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Arviat, Canada

Average temperature in December - Arviat, Canada
  • Average high temperature in December: -18.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (12.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-22.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -23.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (8.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-27.8°C).

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Average pressure in December
Arviat, Canada

Average pressure in December - Arviat, Canada
  • Average pressure in December: 1014.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1019.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1010.2mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Arviat, Canada

Average wind speed in December - Arviat, Canada
  • Average wind speed in December: 20.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (25.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (17.9km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Arviat, Canada

Average humidity in December - Arviat, Canada
  • Average humidity in December: 96%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (97%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Arviat, Canada

Average rainfall in December - Arviat, Canada
  • Average rainfall in December: 12mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (50mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (6mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Arviat, Canada

Average rainfall days in December - Arviat, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in December: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (13 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Arviat, Canada

Average snowfall in December - Arviat, Canada
  • Average snowfall in December: 61mm

The month with the highest snowfall is November (80mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Arviat, Canada

Average snowfall days in December - Arviat, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in December: 16.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (16.2 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
Arviat, Canada

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Arviat, Canada
  • Average daylight in December: 5h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 1h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Arviat, Canada

Average sunshine days in December - Arviat, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (10.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Arviat, Canada

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Arviat, Canada

Average cloud cover in December - Arviat, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in December: 85

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 85).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 39).

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Average visibility in December
Arviat, Canada

Average visibility in December - Arviat, Canada
  • Average visibility in December: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July and August (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (8km).

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