December weather forecast
Powell River, Canada

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Powell River, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 1.1°C (34°F) and 4.2°C (39.6°F).

Temperature

Temperature records mark December as the coldest month, with highs averaging 4.2°C (39.6°F) and lows at 1.1°C (34°F).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Powell River, Canada, is 82%.

Rainfall

In Powell River, in December, during 18.3 rainfall days, 141mm (5.55") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Powell River, during the entire year, the rain falls for 189.6 days and collects up to 1046mm (41.18") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Powell River, Canada, during December, snow falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 67mm (2.64") of snow. In Powell River, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.5 days and aggregates up to 331mm (13.03") of snow.

Sea temperature

In December, the average sea temperature is 8.5°C (47.3°F).
Note: It is life-risking to swim in 8.5°C (47.3°F). Briefly staying in 13°C (55.4°F) waters feels unsettling, and temperatures below 10°C (50°F) might result in cold shock and loss of breath control, hinging on personal endurance.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Powell River is December, with an average of 8h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 4:27 pm PST.

Sunshine

In Powell River, Canada, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Powell River?
December brings the lowest temperatures in Powell River, with an average high of 4.2°C (39.6°F) and an average low of 1.1°C (34°F).
How cold is it in Powell River in December?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 4.2°C (39.6°F) and 1.1°C (34°F) respectively.
What is the average humidity in December in Powell River?
In December, the average relative humidity in Powell River, Canada, is 82%.
How many days does it rain in December in Powell River?
In Powell River, Canada, in December, during 18.3 rainfall days, 141mm (5.55") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How much does it snow in Powell River in December?
In Powell River, Canada, during December, snow falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 67mm (2.64") of snow.
What is the water temperature in December in Powell River?
In Powell River, Canada, the average seawater temperature in December is 8.5°C (47.3°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 Powell River?
December has the shortest days of the year in Powell River, with an average of 8h and 12min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December in Powell River?
The average day length in December is 8h and 11min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Powell River?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:19 pm. On the last day of the month, in Powell River, sunrise is at 8:15 am and sunset at 4:27 pm PST.
How long on average sun shines in December in Powell River?
In Powell River, Canada, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.
When is the lowest UV index in Powell River?
January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Powell River.
What is the UV index intensity in December in Powell River?
In Powell River, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index 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
Powell River, Canada
  • Average high temperature in December: 4.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (20.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (4.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: 1.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (1.1°C).

Average pressure in December
Powell River, Canada
  • Average pressure in December: 1016.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1017.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1014.9mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Powell River, Canada
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7km/h).

Average humidity in December
Powell River, Canada
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Powell River, Canada
  • Average rainfall in December: 141mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (160mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (32mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Powell River, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in December: 18.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (9.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Powell River, Canada
  • Average snowfall in December: 67mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (117mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Powell River, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Powell River, Canada
  • Average sea temperature in December: 8.5°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (12.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (7.3°C).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Powell River, Canada
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 1min

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Powell River, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (8.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Powell River, Canada
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Powell River, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in December
Powell River, Canada
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July and August (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December (9km).

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