December weather forecast
Bathurst, Canada

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Bathurst, is still a freezing cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of -8.5°C (16.7°F) and an average high of -3.1°C (26.4°F).

Temperature

A change in temperatures is noted as November gives way to December, with average highs reducing from a cold 3.4°C (38.1°F) to a freezing cold -3.1°C (26.4°F). Throughout December, Bathurst's nights cool down to an average of -8.5°C (16.7°F).

Humidity

In Bathurst, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In December, in Bathurst, the rain falls for 7.7 days. Throughout December, 72mm (2.83") of precipitation is accumulated. In Bathurst, Canada, during the entire year, the rain falls for 134.6 days and collects up to 680mm (26.77") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 14.3 days and accumulates 235mm (9.25") of snow.

Sea temperature

In Bathurst, the average seawater temperature in December is 2.7°C (36.9°F).
Note: During swimming, this scenario is excessively cold, hazardous, and can lead to fatality. Hypothermia ensues swiftly without suitable insulated waterproof wear.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Bathurst, Canada, is December, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of December, in Bathurst, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 4:41 pm AST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.7h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Bathurst. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Bathurst in December?

In Bathurst, -3.1°C (26.4°F) is the average high-temperature and -8.5°C (16.7°F) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in Bathurst?

The average relative humidity in December in Bathurst is 87%.

How much does it rain in Bathurst in December?

In Bathurst, during December, the rain falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 72mm (2.83") of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Bathurst?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 14.3 days and typically aggregates up to 235mm (9.25") of snow.

How much does it snow in Bathurst in December?

In December, in Bathurst, Canada, it is snowing for 14.3 days. Throughout December, 235mm (9.25") of snow is accumulated.

How cold is the water in December in Bathurst?

In Bathurst, Canada, in December, the average water temperature is 2.7°C (36.9°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 Bathurst?

December has the shortest days of the year in Bathurst, with an average of 8h and 30min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December is 8h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Bathurst?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 4:41 pm AST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Bathurst?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.7h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Bathurst, Canada, are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Bathurst?

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

Average temperature in December - Bathurst, Canada
  • Average high temperature in December: -3.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (23.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-6.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -8.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (13.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-13.4°C).

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Average pressure in December
Bathurst, Canada

Average pressure in December - Bathurst, Canada
  • Average pressure in December: 1014.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1015.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1011.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Bathurst, Canada

Average wind speed in December - Bathurst, Canada
  • Average wind speed in December: 15.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (15.6km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (10.9km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Bathurst, Canada

Average humidity in December - Bathurst, Canada
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (92%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Bathurst, Canada

Average rainfall in December - Bathurst, Canada
  • Average rainfall in December: 72mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (73mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and March (37mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Bathurst, Canada

Average rainfall days in December - Bathurst, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Bathurst, Canada

Average snowfall in December - Bathurst, Canada
  • Average snowfall in December: 235mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (235mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Bathurst, Canada

Average snowfall days in December - Bathurst, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.3 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
Bathurst, Canada

Average sea temperature in December - Bathurst, Canada
  • Average sea temperature in December: 2.7°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (14.8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (-0.3°C).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bathurst, Canada
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Bathurst, Canada

Average sunshine days in December - Bathurst, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Bathurst, Canada

Average UV index in December - Bathurst, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Bathurst, Canada

Average cloud cover in December - Bathurst, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in December
Bathurst, Canada

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

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is March (7km).

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