December weather forecast
Kuujjuaq, Canada

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frigid cold month in Kuujjuaq, Canada, with temperature in the range of an average low of -22.5°C (-8.5°F) and an average high of -14.1°C (6.6°F).

Temperature

The changeover to December signals a significant decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a subzero cold -4.7°C (23.5°F) in November to a frigid cold -14.1°C (6.6°F). In December, the nighttime temperature in Kuujjuaq lowers to an average of -22.5°C (-8.5°F).

Rainfall

December is the last month it rains. During 0.6 rainfall days, in December, Kuujjuaq aggregates 1mm (0.04") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Kuujjuaq, there are 84 rainfall days, and 296mm (11.65") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Kuujjuaq are January through December. In Kuujjuaq, during December, snow falls for 15.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 362mm (14.25") of snow. Throughout the year, in Kuujjuaq, there are 114.3 snowfall days, and 2517mm (99.09") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 6h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 2:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 2:54 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Kuujjuaq, the average sunshine in December is 1.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 0. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 0 translates into the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. 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. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Kuujjuaq?

During December, Kuujjuaq experiences an average high-temperature of -14.1°C (6.6°F) and a low-temperature of -22.5°C (-8.5°F).

What is the last month it rains in Kuujjuaq?

December is the last month it rains. During 0.6 rainfall days, in December, Kuujjuaq aggregates 1mm (0.04") of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Kuujjuaq?

In December, in Kuujjuaq, Canada, it is snowing for 15.7 days. Throughout December, 362mm (14.25") of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Kuujjuaq?

With an average of 6h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Kuujjuaq have in December?

The average day length in December is 6h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Kuujjuaq?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 2:50 pm. On the last day of the month, in Kuujjuaq, Canada, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 2:54 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Kuujjuaq have in December?

In Kuujjuaq, the average sunshine duration in December is 1.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Kuujjuaq?

The months with the lowest UV index in Kuujjuaq are January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 0.

What is the UV index reading in December in Kuujjuaq?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Kuujjuaq, Canada, is 0. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average UV index

Average temperature in December
Kuujjuaq, Canada

Average temperature in December - Kuujjuaq, Canada
  • Average high temperature in December: -14.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (17.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-20.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -22.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (6.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-29.3°C).

Average rainfall in December
Kuujjuaq, Canada

Average rainfall in December - Kuujjuaq, Canada
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.7mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (71.4mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Kuujjuaq, Canada

Average rainfall days in December - Kuujjuaq, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in December: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (0.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Kuujjuaq, Canada

Average snowfall in December - Kuujjuaq, Canada
  • Average snowfall in December: 362mm

The month with the highest snowfall is November (450mm).
The month with the least snowfall is August (0.3mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Kuujjuaq, Canada

Average snowfall days in December - Kuujjuaq, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (17.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0.1 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Kuujjuaq, Canada

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kuujjuaq, Canada
  • Average daylight in December: 6h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 1h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 1h and 18min).

Average UV index in December
Kuujjuaq, Canada

Average UV index in December - Kuujjuaq, Canada
  • Average UV index in December: 0

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 0).

Kuujjuaq, Canada

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