December weather forecastQuebec city, Canada

December

Weather in December

By December, Quebec City is fully in the grip of winter weather. The city is often blanketed in snow, exuding a festive charm characteristic of the holiday season. Daylight hours dwindle, but the city sparkles bright reflecting a winter wonderland. Reflecting the stark contrast from the mild summer flurry, the temperatures drop between -13°C (8.6°F) and -5°C (23°F), ensuring a white holiday season.

Temperature

December's onset witnesses a marked shift in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 3°C (37.4°F) in November to a subzero cold -5°C (23°F). In Quebec city, the expected average low-temperature for December is an extreme cold -13°C (8.6°F).

Rainfall

In Quebec city, in December, during 17 rainfall days, 109mm (4.29") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Quebec city, there are 170 rainfall days, and 1202mm (47.32") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Quebec city, Canada, the average seawater temperature in December is 3.1°C (37.6°F).
Note: In swimming scenarios, this situation is extremely cold, fraught with danger, and poses a significant life risk. Absent insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia strikes quickly.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Quebec city, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Quebec city, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 3:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:06 pm EST.

Sunshine

January, November and December, with an average of 3h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in December leads to these guidelines:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.

Updated: Feb 5, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature, in December, in Quebec city, is -5°C (23°F), while the average low-temperature is -13°C (8.6°F).

In Quebec city, Canada, in December, during 17 rainfall days, 109mm (4.29") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Quebec city, in December, the average water temperature is 3.1°C (37.6°F). For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.

The month with the shortest days in Quebec city, Canada, is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.

The average day length in December in Quebec city, Canada, is 8h and 37min.

On the first day of December in Quebec city, Canada, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 3:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:06 pm EST.

January, November and December, with an average of 3h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Quebec city.

The average sunshine duration in December in Quebec city, Canada, is 3h.

January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Quebec city, Canada.

In Quebec city, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

Today

Tomorrow

Long-term

Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

3°C

-5°C

-8°C

Average low temperature

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average UV index

Average temperature in December
Quebec city, Canada

Average high temperature in December: -5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (25°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-8°C).

Average low temperature in December: -13°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (14°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-17°C).

Average rainfall in December
Quebec city, Canada

Average rainfall in December: 109mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (123mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (70mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Quebec city, Canada

Average rainfall days in December: 17 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (17 days).
The months with the least rainy days are March and April (12 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Quebec city, Canada

Average sea temperature in December: 3.1°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (14.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (0.8°C).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Quebec city, Canada

Average daylight in December: 8h and 36min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

Average sunshine in December: 3h

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 8h).
The months with the least sunshine are January, November and December (Average sunshine: 3h).

Average UV index in December
Quebec city, Canada

Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).