December weather forecast
Coquitlam, Canada

December

Weather in December

December is a festive month in Coquitlam, with winter settling in and the city adorned with Christmas lights. The probability of snowfall rises to 76mm (2.99"), presenting a picturesque winter wonderland scene. Short daylight hours create a reflective and serene ambiance, complemented by the cosy indoor warmth. It's an enchanting time of the year to enjoy the holiday season in a winter-clad Coquitlam. The wonderful weather of December truly paints a magical winter scene, rounding off the year on a high note.

Temperature

The coldest temperatures occur during December, when averages reach a peak of 3.1°C (37.6°F) and a low of -0.7°C (30.7°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In Coquitlam, in December, it is raining for 20 days, with typically 221mm (8.7") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Coquitlam, there are 208.8 rainfall days, and 1631mm (64.21") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, in Coquitlam, it is snowing for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 76mm (2.99") of snow is accumulated. In Coquitlam, Canada, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.5 days and aggregates up to 343mm (13.5") of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Coquitlam, Canada, is December, with an average of 8h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of December, in Coquitlam, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 4:22 pm PST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 3.6h of sunshine.

UV index

In Coquitlam, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Coquitlam?
Coquitlam experiences its lowest temperatures in December, with an average peak of 3.1°C (37.6°F) and a low of -0.7°C (30.7°F).
Is it cold in Coquitlam during December?
The high-temperature in Coquitlam, Canada, during December is 3.1°C (37.6°F) and the low-temperature is -0.7°C (30.7°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Coquitlam?
In December, the average relative humidity in Coquitlam is 87%.
How many days does it rain in December in Coquitlam?
In Coquitlam, Canada, in December, it is raining for 20 days, with typically 221mm (8.7") of accumulated precipitation.
How many days does it snow in December in Coquitlam?
In December, in Coquitlam, Canada, it is snowing for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 76mm (2.99") of snow is accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days in Coquitlam?
With an average of 8h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Coquitlam, Canada.
What is the average length of the day in December in Coquitlam?
In December, the average day length in Coquitlam is 8h and 16min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Coquitlam?
On the first day of December in Coquitlam, Canada, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 4:22 pm PST.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Coquitlam?
The months with the least sunshine in Coquitlam, Canada, are January and December, with an average of 3.6h of sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Coquitlam have in December?
In December, the average sunshine duration in Coquitlam, Canada, is 3.6h.
How high is the UV index in December in Coquitlam?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Coquitlam, Canada, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Coquitlam, Canada
  • Average high temperature in December: 3.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (20.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (3.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -0.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (-0.7°C).

Average pressure in December
Coquitlam, Canada
  • Average pressure in December: 1018.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1018.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1015.8mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Coquitlam, Canada
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3km/h).

Average humidity in December
Coquitlam, Canada
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Coquitlam, Canada
  • Average rainfall in December: 221mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (252mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (37mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Coquitlam, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in December: 20 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are March and April (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (11.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Coquitlam, Canada
  • Average snowfall in December: 76mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (100mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Coquitlam, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Coquitlam, Canada
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 2min

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Coquitlam, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in December: 9.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (7 days).

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

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

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

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Coquitlam, Canada
  • Average visibility in December: 8km

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

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