December weather forecast
Oshawa, Canada

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Weather in December

December holds the reins of winter firmly, with biting cold temperatures, often falling to -3.6°C (25.5°F). A beautiful layer of snow covering the city makes the perfect setting for Christmas celebrations. Despite the chilly weather, Oshawa remains lively, filled with holiday spirit. The promise of a whole new year lies ahead, as residents bundle up to brave the frosty conditions.

Temperature

December in Oshawa involves a decrease in temperature, down from a frosty 6.1°C (43°F) in November to a cold 0.5°C (32.9°F). Oshawa marks an average drop to a freezing cold -3.6°C (25.5°F) during nighttime in December, following the high of the day.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Oshawa is 84%.

Rainfall

In Oshawa, during December, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 44mm (1.73") of precipitation. In Oshawa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.8 days and collects up to 693mm (27.28") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Oshawa are January through April, November and December. In Oshawa, in December, snow falls for 9.1 days, with typically accumulated 65mm (2.56") of snow. Throughout the year, in Oshawa, there are 51.4 snowfall days, and 383mm (15.08") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In December, the average sea temperature is 5.2°C (41.4°F).
Note: Dipping in 5.2°C (41.4°F) at temperatures less than 10°C (50°F) without proper gear can lead to pronounced cold shock and breathing difficulties.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.3h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 1 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Oshawa?

The high-temperature, in December, in Oshawa, records 0.5°C (32.9°F), while the low-temperature is -3.6°C (25.5°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Oshawa?

In December, the average relative humidity in Oshawa is 84%.

How many days does it rain in December in Oshawa?

In Oshawa, in December, it is raining for 9.8 days, with typically 44mm (1.73") of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Oshawa?

In Oshawa, Canada, in December, during 9.1 snowfall days, 65mm (2.56") of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the water temperature in December in Oshawa?

In December, the average sea temperature in Oshawa is 5.2°C (41.4°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 in Oshawa?

The month with the shortest days in Oshawa, Canada, is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Oshawa?

In Oshawa, the average day length in December is 8h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Oshawa?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, in Oshawa, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:47 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Oshawa?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Oshawa?

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index reading in December in Oshawa?

In Oshawa, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in December
Oshawa, Canada

Average temperature in December - Oshawa, Canada
  • Average high temperature in December: 0.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (24.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-2.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -3.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (16.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-8.3°C).

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Average pressure in December
Oshawa, Canada

Average pressure in December - Oshawa, Canada
  • Average pressure in December: 1017.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1013mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Oshawa, Canada

Average wind speed in December - Oshawa, Canada
  • Average wind speed in December: 17.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (18.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (11.4km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Oshawa, Canada

Average humidity in December - Oshawa, Canada
  • Average humidity in December: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Oshawa, Canada

Average rainfall in December - Oshawa, Canada
  • Average rainfall in December: 44mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (73mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (43mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Oshawa, Canada

Average rainfall days in December - Oshawa, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Oshawa, Canada

Average snowfall in December - Oshawa, Canada
  • Average snowfall in December: 65mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (110mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Oshawa, Canada

Average snowfall days in December - Oshawa, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in December: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Oshawa, Canada

Average sea temperature in December - Oshawa, Canada
  • Average sea temperature in December: 5.2°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (22.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (2.3°C).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Oshawa, Canada
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Oshawa, Canada

Average sunshine days in December - Oshawa, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Oshawa, Canada

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Oshawa, Canada

Average cloud cover in December - Oshawa, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in December: 65

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Oshawa, Canada

Average visibility in December - Oshawa, Canada
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are August and September (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (8km).

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