December weather forecast
Nanaimo, Canada

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Weather in December

December brings the winter season to Nanaimo, featuring low temperatures, heavy rainfall, and an increased incidence of snowfall. The shorter days imbue the city with a tranquil charm, marking the onset of holiday season. Outdoor enthusiasts savor the opportunity of snowfall during this month, turning the city into a winter wonderland. The festive mood, cooler nights and mesmerizing snowfall paint the city in a picturesque winter backdrop. Towards the end of December, anticipation builds for another round of seasonal weather changes in the new year.

Temperature

December tends to be the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 6.3°C (43.3°F) and a low of -0.2°C (31.6°F).

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 83.2%.

Rainfall

In Nanaimo, in December, during 18.8 rainfall days, 166mm (6.54") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 170.1 rainfall days, and 1098mm (43.23") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Nanaimo, during December, snow falls for 3.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 184mm (7.24") of snow. Throughout the year, in Nanaimo, there are 11 snowfall days, and 687mm (27.05") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Nanaimo, in December, the average water temperature is 7.9°C (46.2°F).
Note: Beware when you're in 7.9°C (46.2°F) waters; 13°C (55.4°F) is chilling and anything below 10°C (50°F) could cause breathing hindrance and a sudden cold shock, given your physical condition.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 4:27 pm PST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 1.6h of sunshine.

Frequently asked questions

What month is the coldest?

The lowest temperatures in Nanaimo are recorded in December, with averages reaching a high of 6.3°C (43.3°F) and a low of -0.2°C (31.6°F).

Is it cold during December?

In Nanaimo, in December, the average high-temperature is 6.3°C (43.3°F), and the average low-temperature is -0.2°C (31.6°F).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 83.2%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Nanaimo, Canada, the average relative humidity in December is 83.2%.

How much does it rain in Nanaimo in December?

In December, the rain falls for 18.8 days. Throughout December, 166mm (6.54") of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Nanaimo, in December, during 3.2 snowfall days, 184mm (7.24") of snow is typically accumulated.

How cold is the water in December?

In Nanaimo, the average seawater temperature in December is 7.9°C (46.2°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 8h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 17min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:10 am and sunset at 4:27 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 1.6h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Nanaimo is 1.6h.

Average temperature in December
Nanaimo, Canada

Average temperature in December - Nanaimo, Canada
  • Average high temperature in December: 6.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (24.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (6.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -0.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (12.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (-0.2°C).

Average humidity in December
Nanaimo, Canada

Average humidity in December - Nanaimo, Canada
  • Average humidity in December: 83.2%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (83.2%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (52.1%).

Average rainfall in December
Nanaimo, Canada

Average rainfall in December - Nanaimo, Canada
  • Average rainfall in December: 166.1mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (186.5mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (25.4mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Nanaimo, Canada

Average rainfall days in December - Nanaimo, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in December: 18.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Nanaimo, Canada

Average snowfall in December - Nanaimo, Canada
  • Average snowfall in December: 184mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (210mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Nanaimo, Canada

Average snowfall days in December - Nanaimo, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (3.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Nanaimo, Canada

Average sea temperature in December - Nanaimo, Canada
  • Average sea temperature in December: 7.9°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (11.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (7.2°C).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Nanaimo, Canada
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 1h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 36min).

Nanaimo, Canada

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