December weather forecast
Port Saunders, Canada

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Port Saunders, Canada, with an average temperature varying between -3.5°C (25.7°F) and -8.3°C (17.1°F).

Temperature

The onset of December comes with a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from an icy 1.7°C (35.1°F) in November to a subzero cold -3.5°C (25.7°F). Night temperatures during December in Port Saunders experience a slight downturn, averaging a still freezing cold -8.3°C (17.1°F).

Humidity

In Port Saunders, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In Port Saunders, in December, it is raining for 8 days, with typically 71mm (2.8") of accumulated precipitation. In Port Saunders, Canada, during the entire year, the rain falls for 136.9 days and collects up to 805mm (31.69") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Port Saunders, during December, snow falls for 13.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 149mm (5.87") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 90.7 snowfall days, and 962mm (37.87") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:17 pm. On the last day of December, in Port Saunders, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 4:24 pm NST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Port Saunders is 3.8h.

UV index

In Port Saunders, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Port Saunders in December?
In December, in Port Saunders, the average high-temperature is -3.5°C (25.7°F), and the average low-temperature is -8.3°C (17.1°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Port Saunders?
In Port Saunders, Canada, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.
How many days does it rain in December in Port Saunders?
In December, in Port Saunders, the rain falls for 8 days. Throughout December, 71mm (2.8") of precipitation is accumulated.
How much does it snow in Port Saunders in December?
In Port Saunders, in December, during 13.9 snowfall days, 149mm (5.87") of snow is typically accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days in Port Saunders?
With an average of 8h and 6min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
What is the average length of the day in December in Port Saunders?
In December, the average day length in Port Saunders is 8h and 4min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Port Saunders?
On the first day of December in Port Saunders, Canada, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 4:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:20 am and sunset at 4:24 pm NST.
How long on average sun shines in December in Port Saunders?
In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.8h.
What is the UV index intensity in December in Port Saunders?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December - Port Saunders, Canada
Average temperature in December
Port Saunders, Canada
  • Average high temperature in December: -3.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (17.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-7.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -8.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-14.3°C).

Average pressure in December - Port Saunders, Canada
Average pressure in December
Port Saunders, Canada
  • Average pressure in December: 1010.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1006.7mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Port Saunders, Canada
Average wind speed in December
Port Saunders, Canada
  • Average wind speed in December: 22.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (22.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (16.2km/h).

Average humidity in December - Port Saunders, Canada
Average humidity in December
Port Saunders, Canada
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is April (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is September (79%).

Average rainfall in December - Port Saunders, Canada
Average rainfall in December
Port Saunders, Canada
  • Average rainfall in December: 71mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (97mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (52mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Port Saunders, Canada
Average rainfall days in December
Port Saunders, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in December - Port Saunders, Canada
Average snowfall in December
Port Saunders, Canada
  • Average snowfall in December: 149mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (181mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Port Saunders, Canada
Average snowfall days in December
Port Saunders, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (17.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Port Saunders, Canada
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Port Saunders, Canada
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December - Port Saunders, Canada
Average sunshine days in December
Port Saunders, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December - Port Saunders, Canada
Average UV index in December
Port Saunders, Canada
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and April (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December - Port Saunders, Canada
Average cloud cover in December
Port Saunders, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in December: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 50).

Average visibility in December - Port Saunders, Canada
Average visibility in December
Port Saunders, Canada
  • Average visibility in December: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September, October and November (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May and December (8km).

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