December weather forecast
Chester, Canada

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Chester, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between max 3.5°C (38.3°F) and min -1.5°C (29.3°F).

Temperature

The start of December comes with a small reduction in the average high-temperature, subtly receding from a frosty 8.4°C (47.1°F) in November to an icy 3.5°C (38.3°F). The December nights show a slight decrease to a mean low-temperature of -1.5°C (29.3°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Chester is 81%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 13.8 days and typically aggregates up to 98mm (3.86") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Chester, in December, during 6.6 snowfall days, 59mm (2.32") of snow is typically accumulated. In Chester, Canada, during the entire year, snow falls for 43.7 days and aggregates up to 461mm (18.15") of snow.

Sea temperature

In Chester, the average seawater temperature in December is 5.7°C (42.3°F).
Note: Engaging in a swim in 5.7°C (42.3°F) can threaten life. Brief exposure to 13°C (55.4°F) waters is uneasy, and submersion below 10°C (50°F) can lead to cold shock and disrupted breathing patterns, varying by individual.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Chester is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Chester, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:47 pm AST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3.7h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Chester in December?
The high-temperature in Chester during December is 3.5°C (38.3°F) and the low-temperature is -1.5°C (29.3°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Chester?
In Chester, Canada, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.
What is the wettest month in Chester?
December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 13.8 days and accumulates 98mm (3.86") of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in December in Chester?
In December, in Chester, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout December, 98mm (3.86") of precipitation is accumulated.
How much does it snow in Chester in December?
In Chester, in December, snow falls for 6.6 days, with typically accumulated 59mm (2.32") of snow.
What is the sea water temperature in December in Chester?
In Chester, the average seawater temperature in December is 5.7°C (42.3°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.
What is the month with the shortest days in Chester?
December has the shortest days of the year in Chester, Canada, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Chester have in December?
In Chester, the average day length in December is 8h and 53min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Chester?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, in Chester, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 4:47 pm AST.
How long on average sun shines in December in Chester?
The average sunshine duration in December is 3.7h.
How high is the UV index in December in Chester?
The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Chester, Canada
  • Average high temperature in December: 3.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (21.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-0.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -1.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (16.1°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (-5.5°C).

Average pressure in December
Chester, Canada
  • Average pressure in December: 1014.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1017.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1012.4mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Chester, Canada
  • Average wind speed in December: 21.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (21.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (14km/h).

Average humidity in December
Chester, Canada
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (79%).

Average rainfall in December
Chester, Canada
  • Average rainfall in December: 98mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (98mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (38mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Chester, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Chester, Canada
  • Average snowfall in December: 59mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (113mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Chester, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Chester, Canada
  • Average sea temperature in December: 5.7°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (16.8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (1.1°C).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Chester, Canada
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 5min

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Chester, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Chester, Canada
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Chester, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Chester, Canada
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

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

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