December weather forecast
Chibougamau, Canada

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Chibougamau, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between -15.2°C (4.6°F) and -8.9°C (16°F).

Temperature

As Chibougamau, Canada, enters December, the average high-temperature decreases from the -1.2°C (29.8°F) of November to a still subzero cold -8.9°C (16°F). Chibougamau experiences an average low-temperature reading of -15.2°C (4.6°F) throughout December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 93%.

Rainfall

In Chibougamau, during December, the rain falls for 2.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 43mm (1.69") of precipitation. In Chibougamau, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.4 days and collects up to 634mm (24.96") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Chibougamau. The month with the most snowfall in Chibougamau is December, when snow falls for 19.7 days and typically aggregates up to 286mm (11.26") of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 3:58 pm. On the last day of December, in Chibougamau, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Chibougamau, the average sunshine in December is 1.3h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 suggests these recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Chibougamau in December?
December temperatures in Chibougamau vary between a high-temperature of -8.9°C (16°F) and a low-temperature of -15.2°C (4.6°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Chibougamau?
The average relative humidity in December is 93%.
How many days does it rain in December in Chibougamau?
In December, the rain falls for 2.1 days. Throughout December, 43mm (1.69") of precipitation is accumulated.
When does it snow the most in Chibougamau?
The month with the most snowfall in Chibougamau, Canada, is December, when snow falls for 19.7 days and typically aggregates up to 286mm (11.26") of snow.
How many days does it snow in December in Chibougamau?
In Chibougamau, Canada, in December, during 19.7 snowfall days, 286mm (11.26") of snow is typically accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days in Chibougamau?
December has the shortest days of the year in Chibougamau, Canada, with an average of 8h and 12min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December in Chibougamau?
The average day length in December in Chibougamau is 8h and 11min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Chibougamau?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 3:58 pm. On the last day of the month, in Chibougamau, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:06 pm EST.
How many hours of sunshine does Chibougamau have in December?
In December, the average sunshine duration in Chibougamau is 1.3h.
When is the lowest UV index in Chibougamau?
January through March, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Chibougamau, Canada.
How high is the UV index in December in Chibougamau?
In Chibougamau, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Chibougamau, Canada
  • Average high temperature in December: -8.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (22.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-12.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -15.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (11.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-21.3°C).

Average pressure in December
Chibougamau, Canada
  • Average pressure in December: 1016.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1010.8mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Chibougamau, Canada
  • Average wind speed in December: 12.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (13.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.9km/h).

Average humidity in December
Chibougamau, Canada
  • Average humidity in December: 93%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (95%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (66%).

Average rainfall in December
Chibougamau, Canada
  • Average rainfall in December: 43mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (75mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (27mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Chibougamau, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Chibougamau, Canada
  • Average snowfall in December: 286mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (286mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Chibougamau, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in December: 19.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (19.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Chibougamau, Canada
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 1h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 8h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 0h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Chibougamau, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (12.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (8.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Chibougamau, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Chibougamau, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in December: 87

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 91).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 45).

Average visibility in December
Chibougamau, Canada
  • Average visibility in December: 6km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July and August (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5km).

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