December weather forecastRed Deer, Canada
December
Weather in December
Come December, and winter is in full swing in Red Deer. The city sees its lowest temperature of the year, going down to -12.8°C (9°F). The snowfall caps at around 79mm (3.11"), less compared to November but still significant. With the breathtaking, snowy landscape and the festive season at its peak, it’s like walking in a winter wonderland.Temperature
Red Deer's coldest temperatures are experienced in December, with average high temperatures of -6.3°C (20.7°F) and lows of -12.8°C (9°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 85%.Rainfall
The months with the least rainfall in Red Deer, Canada, are February and December Rain falls for 2.7 days and accumulates 11mm (0.43") of rain.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In December, in Red Deer, it is snowing for 11.3 days. Throughout December, 79mm (3.11") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Red Deer, there are 80.8 snowfall days, and 686mm (27.01") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Red Deer, with an average of 7h and 48min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 8:23 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of December, in Red Deer, sunrise is at 8:44 am and sunset at 4:32 pm MST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.UV index
In Red Deer, 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Red Deer, Canada
- Average high temperature in December: -6.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (21.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (-6.3°C).
- Average low temperature in December: -12.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (9.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-13.6°C).
Average pressure in December
Red Deer, Canada
- Average pressure in December: 1018.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1019.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1010.4mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Red Deer, Canada
- Average wind speed in December: 12.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.8km/h).
Average humidity in December
Red Deer, Canada
- Average humidity in December: 85%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (64%).
Average rainfall in December
Red Deer, Canada
- Average rainfall in December: 11mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (81mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (11mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Red Deer, Canada
- Average rainfall days in December: 2.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Red Deer, Canada
- Average snowfall in December: 79mm
The month with the highest snowfall is November (116mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Red Deer, Canada
- Average snowfall days in December: 11.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (14.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Red Deer, Canada
- Average daylight in December: 7h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in December
Red Deer, Canada
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.2 days).
Average UV index in December
Red Deer, 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 and February (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Red Deer, Canada
- Average cloud cover in December: 52
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in December
Red Deer, Canada
- Average visibility in December: 8km
The month with the highest visibility is June (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (8km).
