December weather forecast
Cambridge, Canada

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Cambridge, Canada, with an average temperature ranging between min -4.5°C (23.9°F) and max 0.3°C (32.5°F).

Temperature

December's arrival comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 6.3°C (43.3°F) in November to a wintry 0.3°C (32.5°F). In December, Cambridge experiences a marginal drop in temperature, with averages of -4.5°C (23.9°F) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In December, in Cambridge, Canada, the rain falls for 8.7 days. Throughout December, 39mm (1.54") of precipitation is accumulated. In Cambridge, Canada, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.1 days and collects up to 630mm (24.8") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Cambridge, in December, during 11.9 snowfall days, 72mm (2.83") of snow is typically accumulated. In Cambridge, during the entire year, snow falls for 57.6 days and aggregates up to 473mm (18.62") of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of December, in Cambridge, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Cambridge, the average sunshine in December is 2.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Cambridge?
An average high-temperature, in December, in Cambridge, is 0.3°C (32.5°F) and the average low-temperature is -4.5°C (23.9°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Cambridge?
In December, the average relative humidity in Cambridge, Canada, is 86%.
How much does it rain in Cambridge in December?
In December, the rain falls for 8.7 days. Throughout December, 39mm (1.54") of precipitation is accumulated.
How many days does it snow in December in Cambridge?
In Cambridge, Canada, during December, snow falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 72mm (2.83") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days in Cambridge?
December has the shortest days of the year in Cambridge, Canada, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Cambridge have in December?
In December, the average day length in Cambridge is 9h and 2min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Cambridge?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, in Cambridge, Canada, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:55 pm EST.
How many hours of sunshine does Cambridge have in December?
The average sunshine duration in December is 2.9h.
When is the lowest UV index in Cambridge?
The months with the lowest UV index in Cambridge are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.
What is the UV index reading in December in Cambridge?
The average daily maximum UV index in December in Cambridge, Canada, is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December - Cambridge, Canada
Average temperature in December
Cambridge, Canada
  • Average high temperature in December: 0.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (25.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-3.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -4.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (15.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-8.9°C).

Average pressure in December - Cambridge, Canada
Average pressure in December
Cambridge, Canada
  • Average pressure in December: 1017.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1013.3mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Cambridge, Canada
Average wind speed in December
Cambridge, Canada
  • Average wind speed in December: 16.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (17.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.8km/h).

Average humidity in December - Cambridge, Canada
Average humidity in December
Cambridge, Canada
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).

Average rainfall in December - Cambridge, Canada
Average rainfall in December
Cambridge, Canada
  • Average rainfall in December: 39mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (67mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (38mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Cambridge, Canada
Average rainfall days in December
Cambridge, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.2 days).

Average snowfall in December - Cambridge, Canada
Average snowfall in December
Cambridge, Canada
  • Average snowfall in December: 72mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (132mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Cambridge, Canada
Average snowfall days in December
Cambridge, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cambridge, Canada
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Cambridge, Canada
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December - Cambridge, Canada
Average sunshine days in December
Cambridge, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December - Cambridge, Canada
Average cloud cover in December
Cambridge, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in December: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (8km).

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