December weather forecast
Sainte-Adèle, Canada

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sainte-Adèle, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between -9.8°C (14.4°F) and -4.2°C (24.4°F).

Temperature

The arrival of December indicates a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 2.7°C (36.9°F) in November to a freezing cold -4.2°C (24.4°F). During the nights in December, an average low-temperature of -9.8°C (14.4°F) is observed.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 88%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 5.9 days. Throughout December, 72mm (2.83") of precipitation is accumulated. In Sainte-Adèle, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.2 days and collects up to 852mm (33.54") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 18.2 days. Throughout December, 289mm (11.38") of snow is accumulated. In Sainte-Adèle, during the entire year, snow falls for 98.3 days and aggregates up to 1799mm (70.83") of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Sainte-Adèle, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 3h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 1 during December translates into the following directions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?
The high-temperature, in December, in Sainte-Adèle, records -4.2°C (24.4°F), while the low-temperature is -9.8°C (14.4°F).
What is the average humidity in December?
In December, the average relative humidity is 88%.
How much does it rain in December?
In Sainte-Adèle, during December, the rain falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 72mm (2.83") of precipitation.
How much does it snow in December?
In Sainte-Adèle, during December, snow falls for 18.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 289mm (11.38") of snow.
What is the month with the shortest days?
With an average of 8h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
How many hours of daylight does Sainte-Adèle have in December?
In Sainte-Adèle, the average day length in December is 8h and 43min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December?
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 4:21 pm EST.
How many hours of sunshine does Sainte-Adèle have in December?
In December, the average sunshine duration in Sainte-Adèle is 3h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index?
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.
How high is the UV index in December?
In Sainte-Adèle, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Sainte-Adèle, Canada
  • Average high temperature in December: -4.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (23.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-7.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -9.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (13.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-15.1°C).

Average pressure in December
Sainte-Adèle, Canada
  • Average pressure in December: 1017.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1017.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1012.3mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Sainte-Adèle, Canada
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.7km/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 (10km/h).

Average humidity in December
Sainte-Adèle, Canada
  • Average humidity in December: 88%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Sainte-Adèle, Canada
  • Average rainfall in December: 72mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (88mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (61mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Sainte-Adèle, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sainte-Adèle, Canada
  • Average snowfall in December: 289mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (394mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Sainte-Adèle, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (19.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Sainte-Adèle, Canada
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 4min

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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sainte-Adèle, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Sainte-Adèle, Canada
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Sainte-Adèle, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in December: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in December
Sainte-Adèle, Canada
  • Average visibility in December: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (8km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (6km).

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