Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature 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 UV index in December
Weather in December
Temperature
In December, the average high-temperature declines considerably from a subzero cold -8.3°C (17.1°F) in November to a polar cold -17°C (1.4°F). In Iqaluit, the average low-temperature is -25.5°C (-13.9°F).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 71.5%.Rainfall
January through March and December are months without rainfall in Iqaluit, Canada.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Iqaluit are January through June, August through December. In Iqaluit, during December, snow falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 234mm (9.21") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 113.4 snowfall days, and 2293mm (90.28") of snow is accumulated.Sea temperature
In December, the average sea temperature is -1°C (30.2°F).Note: For swimming, this is considered life-threatening and very dangerous. The water feels painfully cold, and hyperventilation quickly occurs. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to reduce thermal damage.
Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Iqaluit, with an average of 4h and 35min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:46 am and sunset at 1:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:20 am and sunset at 1:53 pm EST.
Sunshine
December has the least sunshine of the year in Iqaluit, with an average of 0.4h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Iqaluit, Canada, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 0. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The average daily UV index of 0 in December transform into the following instructions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
FAQ
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When is the lowest UV index in Iqaluit?
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Average temperature in December
Iqaluit, Canada
- Average high temperature in December: -17°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (12.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-23.3°C).
- Average low temperature in December: -25.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (4.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-31.7°C).
Average humidity in December
Iqaluit, Canada
- Average humidity in December: 71.5%
The month with the highest relative humidity is October (78.1%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (64.6%).
Average rainfall in December
Iqaluit, Canada
- Average rainfall in December: 0mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (68.6mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, March and December (0mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Iqaluit, Canada
- Average rainfall days in December: 0 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January, March and December (0 days).
Average snowfall in December
Iqaluit, Canada
- Average snowfall in December: 234mm
The month with the highest snowfall is April (315mm).
The month with the least snowfall is July (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Iqaluit, Canada
- Average snowfall days in December: 12.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (13.8 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.1 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Iqaluit, Canada
- Average sea temperature in December: -1°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February and March (-2°C).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Iqaluit, Canada
- Average daylight in December: 4h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in December: 0h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 24min).
Average UV index in December
Iqaluit, Canada
- Average UV index in December: 0
The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 0).
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