December weather forecast
Shawinigan-Sud, Canada

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a subzero cold month in Shawinigan-Sud, Canada, with an average temperature varying between -9.3°C (15.3°F) and -3.8°C (25.2°F).

Temperature

December's arrival coincides with a drop in the average high-temperature, decreasing from November's icy 3.7°C (38.7°F) to a freezing cold -3.8°C (25.2°F). Shawinigan-Sud experiences a nighttime temperature average of -9.3°C (15.3°F) during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 87%.

Rainfall

In Shawinigan-Sud, during December, the rain falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 60mm (2.36") of precipitation. In Shawinigan-Sud, Canada, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.8 days and collects up to 774mm (30.47") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Shawinigan-Sud. In Shawinigan-Sud, in December, snow falls for 14.5 days, with typically accumulated 205mm (8.07") of snow. In Shawinigan-Sud, during the entire year, snow falls for 73.8 days and aggregates up to 1077mm (42.4") 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 Shawinigan-Sud, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:13 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 3.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 1 in December translates into the following instructions:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Shawinigan-Sud?
An average high-temperature, in December, in Shawinigan-Sud, is -3.8°C (25.2°F) and the average low-temperature is -9.3°C (15.3°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Shawinigan-Sud?
In Shawinigan-Sud, the average relative humidity in December is 87%.
How much does it rain in Shawinigan-Sud in December?
In Shawinigan-Sud, Canada, in December, during 7.3 rainfall days, 60mm (2.36") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How many days does it snow in December in Shawinigan-Sud?
In Shawinigan-Sud, Canada, in December, during 14.5 snowfall days, 205mm (8.07") of snow is typically accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days in Shawinigan-Sud?
December has the shortest days of the year in Shawinigan-Sud, Canada, with an average of 8h and 42min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December in Shawinigan-Sud?
In December, the average day length in Shawinigan-Sud is 8h and 39min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Shawinigan-Sud?
On the first day of December in Shawinigan-Sud, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:05 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:13 pm EST.
How many hours of sunshine does Shawinigan-Sud have in December?
In Shawinigan-Sud, Canada, the average sunshine duration in December is 3.6h.
What are the months with the lowest UV index in Shawinigan-Sud?
January, March and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index.
What is the UV index intensity in December in Shawinigan-Sud?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Shawinigan-Sud is 1. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in December - Shawinigan-Sud, Canada
Average temperature in December
Shawinigan-Sud, Canada
  • Average high temperature in December: -3.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (24.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-7°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -9.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (14.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-14.6°C).

Average pressure in December - Shawinigan-Sud, Canada
Average pressure in December
Shawinigan-Sud, Canada
  • Average pressure in December: 1017mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1017.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1012.1mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Shawinigan-Sud, Canada
Average wind speed in December
Shawinigan-Sud, Canada
  • Average wind speed in December: 12km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.6km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (10.1km/h).

Average humidity in December - Shawinigan-Sud, Canada
Average humidity in December
Shawinigan-Sud, Canada
  • Average humidity in December: 87%

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

Average rainfall in December - Shawinigan-Sud, Canada
Average rainfall in December
Shawinigan-Sud, Canada
  • Average rainfall in December: 60mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (80mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (50mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Shawinigan-Sud, Canada
Average rainfall days in December
Shawinigan-Sud, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (5.4 days).

Average snowfall in December - Shawinigan-Sud, Canada
Average snowfall in December
Shawinigan-Sud, Canada
  • Average snowfall in December: 205mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (273mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Shawinigan-Sud, Canada
Average snowfall days in December
Shawinigan-Sud, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in December: 14.5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (16.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December - Shawinigan-Sud, Canada
Average sunshine days in December
Shawinigan-Sud, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (16.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and July (11 days).

Average UV index in December - Shawinigan-Sud, Canada
Average UV index in December
Shawinigan-Sud, Canada
  • Average UV index in December: 1

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

Average cloud cover in December - Shawinigan-Sud, Canada
Average cloud cover in December
Shawinigan-Sud, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in December: 63

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 68).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December - Shawinigan-Sud, Canada
Average visibility in December
Shawinigan-Sud, Canada
  • Average visibility in December: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, September, October and November (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (7km).

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