December weather forecast
Port Hope Simpson, Canada

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Port Hope Simpson, is also a subzero cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max -3.3°C (26.1°F) and min -8°C (17.6°F).

Temperature

The onset of December brings a small shift in high-temperatures, falling from a wintry 1.3°C (34.3°F) in November to a freezing cold -3.3°C (26.1°F). Port Hope Simpson's nights in December maintain a consistent average of -8°C (17.6°F), demonstrating a minimal differential from its daytime temperature.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Port Hope Simpson, Canada, is 85%.

Rainfall

In Port Hope Simpson, in December, during 8.5 rainfall days, 69mm (2.72") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Port Hope Simpson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.5 days and collects up to 630mm (24.8") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 13.2 days. Throughout December, 112mm (4.41") of snow is accumulated. In Port Hope Simpson, Canada, during the entire year, snow falls for 92.1 days and aggregates up to 899mm (35.39") of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Port Hope Simpson, Canada, with an average of 7h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 4:04 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:25 am and sunset at 4:10 pm NST.

Sunshine

In Port Hope Simpson, the average sunshine in December is 3.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Port Hope Simpson are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Port Hope Simpson in December?
The high-temperature in Port Hope Simpson, Canada, during December is -3.3°C (26.1°F) and the low-temperature is -8°C (17.6°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Port Hope Simpson?
The average relative humidity in December is 85%.
How many days does it rain in December in Port Hope Simpson?
In Port Hope Simpson, during December, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 69mm (2.72") of precipitation.
How much does it snow in Port Hope Simpson in December?
In Port Hope Simpson, in December, during 13.2 snowfall days, 112mm (4.41") of snow is typically accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days in Port Hope Simpson?
December has the shortest days of the year in Port Hope Simpson, with an average of 7h and 48min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Port Hope Simpson have in December?
The average day length in December in Port Hope Simpson, Canada, is 7h and 45min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Port Hope Simpson?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:04 am and sunset at 4:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:25 am and sunset at 4:10 pm NST.
How many hours of sunshine does Port Hope Simpson have in December?
The average sunshine duration in December is 3.6h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Port Hope Simpson?
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.
How high is the UV index in December in Port Hope Simpson?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Port Hope Simpson, Canada
  • Average high temperature in December: -3.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (16.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-7.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (10.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-14.2°C).

Average pressure in December
Port Hope Simpson, Canada
  • Average pressure in December: 1009.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1005.6mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Port Hope Simpson, Canada
  • Average wind speed in December: 25.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (25.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (17.1km/h).

Average humidity in December
Port Hope Simpson, Canada
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (79%).

Average rainfall in December
Port Hope Simpson, Canada
  • Average rainfall in December: 69mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (90mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (22mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Port Hope Simpson, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Port Hope Simpson, Canada
  • Average snowfall in December: 112mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (160mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Port Hope Simpson, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (16.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Port Hope Simpson, Canada
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Port Hope Simpson, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (8.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Port Hope Simpson, Canada
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Port Hope Simpson, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in December: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 49).

Average visibility in December
Port Hope Simpson, Canada
  • Average visibility in December: 8km

The month with the highest visibility is September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (8km).

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