December weather forecast
Fort Saskatchewan, Canada

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a freezing cold month in Fort Saskatchewan, Canada, with an average temperature ranging between max -7.3°C (18.9°F) and min -13.6°C (7.5°F).

Temperature

December proves to be the coldest month, recording an average maximum temperature of -7.3°C (18.9°F) and a minimum temperature of -13.6°C (7.5°F).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 89%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 2.7 days. Throughout December, 9mm (0.35") of precipitation is accumulated. In Fort Saskatchewan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 108 days and collects up to 338mm (13.31") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall in Fort Saskatchewan. In Fort Saskatchewan, Canada, in December, snow falls for 11.2 days, with typically accumulated 70mm (2.76") of snow. In Fort Saskatchewan, during the entire year, snow falls for 72.7 days and aggregates up to 539mm (21.22") of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 7h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:27 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:49 am and sunset at 4:22 pm MST.

Sunshine

In Fort Saskatchewan, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Fort Saskatchewan is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months in Fort Saskatchewan?
Fort Saskatchewan's coldest weather arrives in December, when temperatures average a high of -7.3°C (18.9°F) and a low of -13.6°C (7.5°F).
How cold is it in Fort Saskatchewan in December?
In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Fort Saskatchewan are -7.3°C (18.9°F) and -13.6°C (7.5°F) respectively.
What is the average humidity in December in Fort Saskatchewan?
In Fort Saskatchewan, the average relative humidity in December is 89%.
How many days does it rain in December in Fort Saskatchewan?
In Fort Saskatchewan, Canada, in December, during 2.7 rainfall days, 9mm (0.35") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How many days does it snow in December in Fort Saskatchewan?
In Fort Saskatchewan, during December, snow falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 70mm (2.76") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days in Fort Saskatchewan?
With an average of 7h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Fort Saskatchewan, Canada.
How many hours of daylight does Fort Saskatchewan have in December?
The average day length in December is 7h and 32min.
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Fort Saskatchewan?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:27 am and sunset at 4:16 pm. On the last day of the month, in Fort Saskatchewan, Canada, sunrise is at 8:49 am and sunset at 4:22 pm MST.
How many hours of sunshine does Fort Saskatchewan have in December?
In Fort Saskatchewan, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.
What is the UV index reading in December in Fort Saskatchewan?
The average daily maximum UV index in December in Fort Saskatchewan is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Fort Saskatchewan, Canada
Average temperature in December
Fort Saskatchewan, Canada
  • Average high temperature in December: -7.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (22.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (-7.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -13.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (11.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-15.1°C).

Average pressure in December - Fort Saskatchewan, Canada
Average pressure in December
Fort Saskatchewan, Canada
  • Average pressure in December: 1018.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1020.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1010.2mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Fort Saskatchewan, Canada
Average wind speed in December
Fort Saskatchewan, Canada
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.8km/h).

Average humidity in December - Fort Saskatchewan, Canada
Average humidity in December
Fort Saskatchewan, Canada
  • Average humidity in December: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (60%).

Average rainfall in December - Fort Saskatchewan, Canada
Average rainfall in December
Fort Saskatchewan, Canada
  • Average rainfall in December: 9mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (74mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (8mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Fort Saskatchewan, Canada
Average rainfall days in December
Fort Saskatchewan, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.6 days).

Average snowfall in December - Fort Saskatchewan, Canada
Average snowfall in December
Fort Saskatchewan, Canada
  • Average snowfall in December: 70mm

The month with the highest snowfall is November (90mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Fort Saskatchewan, Canada
Average snowfall days in December
Fort Saskatchewan, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (13.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fort Saskatchewan, Canada
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Fort Saskatchewan, Canada
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December - Fort Saskatchewan, Canada
Average sunshine days in December
Fort Saskatchewan, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.8 days).

Average UV index in December - Fort Saskatchewan, Canada
Average UV index in December
Fort Saskatchewan, Canada
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December - Fort Saskatchewan, Canada
Average cloud cover in December
Fort Saskatchewan, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December - Fort Saskatchewan, Canada
Average visibility in December
Fort Saskatchewan, Canada
  • Average visibility in December: 8km

The month with the highest visibility is August (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (7km).

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