December weather forecast
Orangedale, Canada

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Orangedale, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 1°C (33.8°F) and an average low of -3.6°C (25.5°F).

Temperature

In the transition to December, Orangedale observes a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 6.1°C (43°F) in November to a wintry 1°C (33.8°F). Throughout December in Orangedale, Canada, a minimal difference from peak daytime temperatures is noted, marking a steady low-temperature average of -3.6°C (25.5°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In Orangedale, during December, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 105mm (4.13") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 178.5 rainfall days, and 988mm (38.9") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Orangedale, in December, snow falls for 18.2 days, with typically accumulated 216mm (8.5") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 100.1 snowfall days, and 1159mm (45.63") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:29 pm AST.

Sunshine

January, February and December, with an average of 2.5h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January, March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in December leads to these guidelines:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?
The high-temperature during December is 1°C (33.8°F) and the low-temperature is -3.6°C (25.5°F).
What is the average humidity in December?
The average relative humidity in December is 87%.
How much does it rain in December?
In December, in Orangedale, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout December, 105mm (4.13") of precipitation is accumulated.
How much does it snow in December?
In December, it is snowing for 18.2 days. Throughout December, 216mm (8.5") of snow is accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days?
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December?
In December, the average day length is 8h and 44min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 4:29 pm AST.
What is the month with the least sunshine?
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December, with an average of 2.5h of sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Orangedale have in December?
The average sunshine duration in December is 2.5h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index?
January, March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.
What is the UV index intensity in December?
The average daily maximum UV index in December in Orangedale is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Orangedale, Canada
Average temperature in December
Orangedale, Canada
  • Average high temperature in December: 1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (21.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-2.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -3.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (14°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-9.3°C).

Average pressure in December - Orangedale, Canada
Average pressure in December
Orangedale, Canada
  • Average pressure in December: 1012.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1016.2mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and February (1010.7mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Orangedale, Canada
Average wind speed in December
Orangedale, Canada
  • Average wind speed in December: 17.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (18.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12km/h).

Average humidity in December - Orangedale, Canada
Average humidity in December
Orangedale, Canada
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and July (82%).

Average rainfall in December - Orangedale, Canada
Average rainfall in December
Orangedale, Canada
  • Average rainfall in December: 105mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (106mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (55mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Orangedale, Canada
Average rainfall days in December
Orangedale, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9 days).

Average snowfall in December - Orangedale, Canada
Average snowfall in December
Orangedale, Canada
  • Average snowfall in December: 216mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (256mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Orangedale, Canada
Average snowfall days in December
Orangedale, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (20.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Orangedale, Canada
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Orangedale, Canada
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December - Orangedale, Canada
Average sunshine days in December
Orangedale, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in December: 4.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (11.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (4.4 days).

Average UV index in December - Orangedale, Canada
Average UV index in December
Orangedale, Canada
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, March and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December - Orangedale, Canada
Average cloud cover in December
Orangedale, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in December: 75

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 44).

Average visibility in December - Orangedale, Canada
Average visibility in December
Orangedale, Canada
  • Average visibility in December: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are September and October (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (7km).

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