December weather forecastRepulse Bay, Canada

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Repulse Bay, is a life-threatening cold month, with an average temperature varying between -24°C (-11.2°F) and -31°C (-23.8°F).

Temperature

Repulse Bay's December weather features a mild decline in high-temperatures, reducing from an arctic cold -17°C (1.4°F) in November to a life-threatening cold -24°C (-11.2°F). An average low-temperature of -31°C (-23.8°F) marks the month of December in Repulse Bay.

Rainfall

In Repulse Bay, in December, it is raining for 8 days, with typically 4mm (0.16") of accumulated precipitation. In Repulse Bay, during the entire year, the rain falls for 76 days and collects up to 192mm (7.56") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

January through April, November and December, with an average sea temperature of -2°C (28.4°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Repulse Bay, Canada.
Note: In swimming undertakings, this is deemed life-threatening and highly risky. The cold water induces intense discomfort and leads to swift hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is indispensable to decrease thermal injuries.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 2h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 9:44 am and sunset at 1:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:26 am and sunset at 1:09 pm CST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 0. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 0 during December leads to these advisories:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.

Updated: Feb 4, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Repulse Bay in December has an average high-temperature of -24°C (-11.2°F) and an average low-temperature of -31°C (-23.8°F).

In Repulse Bay, in December, during 8 rainfall days, 4mm (0.16") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

January through April, November and December, with an average sea temperature of -2°C (28.4°F), are months with the coldest seawater in Repulse Bay, Canada.

In December, the average sea temperature is -2°C (28.4°F). For swimming, this is considered life-threatening and very dangerous. The water feels painfully cold, and hyperventilation quickly occurs. A specialized swimsuit is mandatory to reduce thermal damage.

With an average of 2h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Repulse Bay.

In Repulse Bay, the average day length in December is 2h and 40min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 9:44 am and sunset at 1:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 10:26 am and sunset at 1:09 pm CST.

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 1h of sunshine.

In Repulse Bay, Canada, the average sunshine duration in December is 1h.

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 0, are months with the lowest UV index in Repulse Bay.

In Repulse Bay, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 0. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Average temperature in December
Repulse Bay, Canada

Average high temperature in December: -24°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (12°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-28°C).

Average low temperature in December: -31°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-35°C).

Average rainfall in December
Repulse Bay, Canada

Average rainfall in December: 4mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (42mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Repulse Bay, Canada

Average rainfall days in December: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (10 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average sea temperature in December
Repulse Bay, Canada

Average sea temperature in December: -2°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are July and August (1°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March, April, November and December (-2°C).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Repulse Bay, Canada

Average daylight in December: 2h and 42min

The month with the longest days is May (Average daylight: 19h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine in December: 1h

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 1h).

Average UV index in December
Repulse Bay, Canada

Average UV index in December: 0

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 0).