Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average sea temperature in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
In December, the average high-temperature slightly decreases from a frosty 8.4°C (47.1°F) in November to a cold 3.5°C (38.3°F). The average low-temperature, in December, is -1.5°C (29.3°F).Humidity
In Halifax, the average relative humidity in December 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
Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Halifax, Canada, snow falls for 6.6 days, with typically accumulated 59mm (2.32") of snow. In Halifax, during the entire year, snow falls for 43.7 days and aggregates up to 461mm (18.15") of snow.Sea temperature
In Halifax, the average seawater temperature in December is 5.5°C (41.9°F).Note: Swimming in 5.5°C (41.9°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.
Daylight
With an average of 8h and 53min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:43 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transform into the following instructions:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Tightly woven, loose-fitting clothes provide additional protection from the Sun. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
FAQ
What is the temperature in December in Halifax?
What is the average humidity in December in Halifax?
What is the rainiest month in Halifax?
How much does it rain in Halifax in December?
How many days does it snow in December in Halifax?
What is the sea water temperature in December in Halifax?
What is the month with the shortest days in Halifax?
How many hours of daylight does Halifax have in December?
When are sunrise and sunset in December in Halifax?
How many hours of sunshine does Halifax have in December?
What is the UV index reading in December in Halifax?
Average temperature in December
Halifax, 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
Halifax, 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
Halifax, 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
Halifax, 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
Halifax, 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
Halifax, 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
Halifax, 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
Halifax, 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
Halifax, Canada
- Average sea temperature in December: 5.5°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (17.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (0.8°C).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Halifax, Canada
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 53min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 31min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 53min).
- Average sunshine in December: 3h and 42min
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
Halifax, 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
Halifax, 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
Halifax, 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
Halifax, 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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