December weather forecastSandspit, Canada
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Sandspit, Canada, with an average temperature ranging between max 5.8°C (42.4°F) and min 3.4°C (38.1°F).Temperature
The advent of December sees the average high-temperature at a wintry 5.8°C (42.4°F), subtly shifted from November's 7.7°C (45.9°F). An average low-temperature of 3.4°C (38.1°F) characterizes Sandspit's December nights.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 85%.Rainfall
In Sandspit, Canada, in December, during 20.1 rainfall days, 124mm (4.88") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sandspit, during the entire year, the rain falls for 211.6 days and collects up to 916mm (36.06") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, in Sandspit, Canada, it is snowing for 3.2 days. Throughout December, 19mm (0.75") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sandspit, there are 17.8 snowfall days, and 161mm (6.34") of snow is accumulated.Sea temperature
In Sandspit, Canada, in December, the average water temperature is 8°C (46.4°F).Note: Immersing oneself in 8°C (46.4°F) at sub-10°C (14°F) temperatures is a recipe for harsh cold shock and quickened breathing unless adequately equipped.
Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Sandspit, Canada, with an average of 7h and 36min of daylight.On the first day of December in Sandspit, sunrise is at 8:40 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 9:01 am and sunset at 4:39 pm PST.
Sunshine
In Sandspit, the average sunshine in December is 3.3h.UV index
January through April, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A daily high UV index of 2 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. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Sandspit, Canada
- Average high temperature in December: 5.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (16.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (5.3°C).
- Average low temperature in December: 3.4°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (12.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (2.3°C).
Average pressure in December
Sandspit, Canada
- Average pressure in December: 1010.8mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (1018.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1008.8mbar).
Average wind speed in December
Sandspit, Canada
- Average wind speed in December: 18.3km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (19.7km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (11.6km/h).
Average humidity in December
Sandspit, Canada
- Average humidity in December: 85%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are February and March (81%).
Average rainfall in December
Sandspit, Canada
- Average rainfall in December: 124mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (141mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (33mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Sandspit, Canada
- Average rainfall days in December: 20.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is January (22.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (14.5 days).
Average snowfall in December
Sandspit, Canada
- Average snowfall in December: 19mm
The month with the highest snowfall is March (53mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in December
Sandspit, Canada
- Average snowfall days in December: 3.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Sandspit, Canada
- Average sea temperature in December: 8°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (14°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February and March (7°C).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Sandspit, Canada
- Average daylight in December: 7h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in December: 3h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
Sandspit, Canada
- Average sunshine days in December: 8 days
The months with the most sunshine days are May and July (13.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (5 days).
Average UV index in December
Sandspit, Canada
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Sandspit, Canada
- Average cloud cover in December: 62
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 51).
Average visibility in December
Sandspit, Canada
- Average visibility in December: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
