December weather forecastRimouski, Canada
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Rimouski, is also a subzero cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of -8.4°C (16.9°F) and an average high of -3.7°C (25.3°F).Temperature
December's arrival correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from a wintry 2.5°C (36.5°F) in November to a freezing cold -3.7°C (25.3°F). In Rimouski, the month of December records an average minimum temperature of -8.4°C (16.9°F), a slight dip from the daily highs.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 84%.Rainfall
In Rimouski, in December, during 4.8 rainfall days, 53mm (2.09") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Rimouski, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.4 days and collects up to 652mm (25.67") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Rimouski. In Rimouski, Canada, during December, snow falls for 15.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 189mm (7.44") of snow. In Rimouski, during the entire year, snow falls for 92.4 days and aggregates up to 1071mm (42.17") of snow.Sea temperature
In Rimouski, the average seawater temperature in December is 0.6°C (33.1°F).Note: In the water-based sport of swimming, this state is life-threatening and exceedingly dangerous. The freezing water causes severe discomfort, leading to rapid hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is compulsory to avert thermal damage.
Daylight
With an average of 8h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 3:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 3:49 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Rimouski, the average sunshine in December is 2.8h.UV index
January, February 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 minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The UV index of 1 during December translates into the following guidance:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Rimouski, Canada
- Average high temperature in December: -3.7°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (20.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-7.4°C).
- Average low temperature in December: -8.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (13.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-13.3°C).
Average pressure in December
Rimouski, Canada
- Average pressure in December: 1015.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1016mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1011.4mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Rimouski, Canada
- Average wind speed in December: 17.7km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (18.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.7km/h).
Average humidity in December
Rimouski, Canada
- Average humidity in December: 84%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (74%).
Average rainfall in December
Rimouski, Canada
- Average rainfall in December: 53mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (68mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (39mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Rimouski, Canada
- Average rainfall days in December: 4.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Rimouski, Canada
- Average snowfall in December: 189mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (209mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Rimouski, Canada
- Average snowfall days in December: 15.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Rimouski, Canada
- Average sea temperature in December: 0.6°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is July (13.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (-1°C).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rimouski, Canada
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in December: 2h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
Rimouski, Canada
- Average sunshine days in December: 11.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.5 days).
Average UV index in December
Rimouski, Canada
- Average UV index in December: 1
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in December
Rimouski, Canada
- Average cloud cover in December: 72
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 36).
Average visibility in December
Rimouski, Canada
- Average visibility in December: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (8km).
