December weather forecastIqaluit, Canada
December
Weather in December
December in Iqaluit, Canada experiences one of the coldest months again, with an average high of -17°C (1.4°F). Alongside the dip in temperature, the city undergoes major transformations, from the cityscape to lifestyle changes. Averaging at 12.3 snowfall days, December rings in dramatic increases in snowfall activities. At this point, the cityC's landscape is well adorned with a thick layer of snow, creating a winter wonderland. Despite the harsh conditions, the residents embrace the season with festive celebrations, closing the year on a high.Temperature
As December begins, there is a noticeable decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a subzero cold -8.3°C (17.1°F) in November to a polar cold -17°C (1.4°F). Throughout December, the average low-temperature records at a dangerously cold -25.5°C (-13.9°F).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 71.5%.Rainfall
In Iqaluit, rain does not fall in January through March and December.Snowfall
Months with snowfall 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 Iqaluit, the average seawater temperature in December is -1°C (30.2°F).Note: Regarding swimming, this is extremely cold, hazardous, and can lead to death. Hypothermia sets in rapidly without the protection of insulating waterproof gear.
Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 4h and 36min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:48 am and sunset at 1:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:19 am and sunset at 1:55 pm EST.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 0.4h of sunshine.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 0, are months with the lowest UV index in Iqaluit. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The average daily UV index of 0 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
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 36min
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 24min
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).
