December weather forecast
Halifax, Canada

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Weather in December

December rolls in with a cold wind in Halifax city, and temperatures hitting a low of -1.5°C (29.3°F). The city is decorated with sparkling lights, warmed by holiday cheer and snowy rooftops. This month has her own charm, inspite of the enveloping chill; snow-laden cityscapes become a canvas of white. The winter is here to stay, wrapping up the weather quotient for the year. December, thus, completes the yearly weather cycle, a chilly full stop to Halifax's unpredictable weather journey.

Temperature

December in Halifax is marked by a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, transitioning from a chilly 8.4°C (47.1°F) in November to a wintry 3.5°C (38.3°F). Nighttime temperatures hover around an average low of -1.5°C (29.3°F) in December, a slight descent from daytime highs.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Halifax 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, during December, snow falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 59mm (2.32") of snow. Throughout the year, in Halifax, there are 43.7 snowfall days, and 461mm (18.15") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Halifax, Canada, in December, the average water temperature is 5.5°C (41.9°F).
Note: Immersing oneself in 5.5°C (41.9°F) at sub-10°C (14°F) temperatures is a recipe for harsh cold shock and quickened breathing unless adequately equipped.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 54min of daylight.
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 4:44 pm AST.

Sunshine

In Halifax, the average sunshine in December is 3.7h.

UV index

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Halifax is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Halifax in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Halifax, is 3.5°C (38.3°F) and the average low-temperature is -1.5°C (29.3°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Halifax?

In December, the average relative humidity in Halifax is 81%.

What is the wettest month in Halifax?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Halifax?

In Halifax, Canada, in December, during 13.8 rainfall days, 98mm (3.86") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Halifax in December?

In Halifax, during December, snow falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 59mm (2.32") of snow.

What is the sea water temperature in December in Halifax?

In Halifax, Canada, the average seawater temperature in December is 5.5°C (41.9°F). Swimming in 5.5°C (41.9°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

What is the month with the shortest days in Halifax?

With an average of 8h and 54min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Halifax have in December?

In Halifax, Canada, the average day length in December is 8h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Halifax?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 4:44 pm AST.

How many hours of sunshine does Halifax have in December?

In Halifax, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Halifax?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Halifax, Canada, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Halifax, Canada

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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 - 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 / Average sunshine in December - Halifax, 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
Halifax, Canada

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 - 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 - 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 - 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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