December weather forecastPugwash, Canada
December
Weather in December
December, the last month of the year, brings harsh winter conditions with it. To stay in tune with the winter trend, the snowfall rises to 215mm (8.46"), making it one of the snowiest months. As Christmas approaches, the landscape of Pugwash turns into a winter wonderland, complete with heavy snowfall. The chill in the air, combined with the beautiful snowfall, lends a festive atmosphere to the town. Despite the severe cold and heavy snowfall, the beauty of the season is unmatched.Temperature
The transition into December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 6.2°C (43.2°F) in November to a wintry 0.7°C (33.3°F). Pugwash, in December, experiences an average temperature of -5°C (23°F) at night.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.Rainfall
In Pugwash, in December, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 85mm (3.35") of accumulated precipitation. In Pugwash, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.5 days and collects up to 810mm (31.89") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Pugwash, in December, snow falls for 13.9 days, with typically accumulated 215mm (8.46") of snow. In Pugwash, during the entire year, snow falls for 75 days and aggregates up to 1098mm (43.23") of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:39 pm AST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 3.1h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Pugwash, Canada, are February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Pugwash, Canada
- Average high temperature in December: 0.7°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (23.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-2.8°C).
- Average low temperature in December: -5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (13.9°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (-9.8°C).
Average pressure in December
Pugwash, Canada
- Average pressure in December: 1014.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (1016.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is February (1012.4mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Pugwash, Canada
- Average wind speed in December: 14.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (14.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.1km/h).
Average humidity in December
Pugwash, Canada
- Average humidity in December: 85%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (79%).
Average rainfall in December
Pugwash, Canada
- Average rainfall in December: 85mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (95mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (46mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Pugwash, Canada
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.7 days).
Average snowfall in December
Pugwash, Canada
- Average snowfall in December: 215mm
The month with the highest snowfall is February (224mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Pugwash, Canada
- Average snowfall days in December: 13.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Pugwash, Canada
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 42min
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: 3h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Pugwash, Canada
- Average sunshine days in December: 11.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.7 days).
Average UV index in December
Pugwash, 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 February and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Pugwash, Canada
- Average cloud cover in December: 67
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 42).
Average visibility in December
Pugwash, Canada
- Average visibility in December: 8km
The month with the highest visibility is October (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (7km).
