December weather forecast
Scarborough, Canada

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Weather in December

December brings with it the thick of winter, with temperatures straddling from -3°C (26.6°F) to 1°C (33.8°F) and an average snowfall of 92mm (3.62"). The city is permeated with holiday spirit amidst the peak of cold weather. The decreased daylight hours and increased snowfall endow Scarborough with a rare wintry charm. A cup of hot chocolate becomes a companion to fight off the December chill. As the year reaches its end, Scarborough stands cloaked in white, ready to welcome another new year.

Temperature

The arrival of December signals a shift in temperature, down from a frosty 6.7°C (44.1°F) in November to a wintry 1°C (33.8°F). Scarborough in December experiences a minor decline in temperature, with an average low of -3°C (26.6°F) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 82%.

Rainfall

In Scarborough, Canada, during December, the rain falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 50mm (1.97") of precipitation. In Scarborough, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.4 days and collects up to 712mm (28.03") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Scarborough, during December, snow falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 92mm (3.62") of snow. In Scarborough, during the entire year, snow falls for 61.4 days and aggregates up to 527mm (20.75") of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 0min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Scarborough.
On the first day of December in Scarborough, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Scarborough?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Scarborough, Canada, during December are 1°C (33.8°F) and -3°C (26.6°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in December in Scarborough?

The average relative humidity in December in Scarborough is 82%.

How many days does it rain in December in Scarborough?

In Scarborough, during December, the rain falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 50mm (1.97") of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Scarborough?

In Scarborough, Canada, during December, snow falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 92mm (3.62") of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Scarborough?

The month with the shortest days in Scarborough is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Scarborough have in December?

In December, the average day length is 8h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Scarborough?

On the first day of December in Scarborough, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 4:49 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Scarborough have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 3.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Scarborough?

The months with the lowest UV index in Scarborough are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Scarborough?

In Scarborough, Canada, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Scarborough, Canada

Average temperature in December - Scarborough, Canada
  • Average high temperature in December: 1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (24.7°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-2.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -3°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (17.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-7.5°C).

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Average pressure in December
Scarborough, Canada

Average pressure in December - Scarborough, Canada
  • Average pressure in December: 1017.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1013.1mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Scarborough, Canada

Average wind speed in December - Scarborough, Canada
  • Average wind speed in December: 18.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (19.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (11.5km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Scarborough, Canada

Average humidity in December - Scarborough, Canada
  • Average humidity in December: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Scarborough, Canada

Average rainfall in December - Scarborough, Canada
  • Average rainfall in December: 50mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and October (71mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (45mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Scarborough, Canada

Average rainfall days in December - Scarborough, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Scarborough, Canada

Average snowfall in December - Scarborough, Canada
  • Average snowfall in December: 92mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (137mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Scarborough, Canada

Average snowfall days in December - Scarborough, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (16.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Scarborough, Canada

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Scarborough, Canada
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Scarborough, Canada

Average sunshine days in December - Scarborough, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Scarborough, Canada

Average UV index in December - Scarborough, Canada
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Scarborough, Canada

Average cloud cover in December - Scarborough, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in December: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in December
Scarborough, Canada

Average visibility in December - Scarborough, Canada
  • Average visibility in December: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are July, August, September and October (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (8km).

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