December weather forecast
Smithers, Canada

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Smithers, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between -12.1°C (10.2°F) and -6°C (21.2°F).

Temperature

In Smithers, Canada, December is the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a high of -6°C (21.2°F) and a low of -12.1°C (10.2°F).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 95%.

Rainfall

In Smithers, Canada, in December, it is raining for 4.9 days, with typically 28mm (1.1") of accumulated precipitation. In Smithers, Canada, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.7 days and collects up to 516mm (20.31") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. In Smithers, in December, during 18.7 snowfall days, 178mm (7.01") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 99.8 snowfall days, and 1106mm (43.54") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 7h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 8:29 am and sunset at 4:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:52 am and sunset at 4:12 pm PST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 2.8h.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 1 translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.

Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Smithers?
The coldest temperatures occur during December, when averages reach a peak of -6°C (21.2°F) and a low of -12.1°C (10.2°F).
How cold is it in Smithers in December?
The average high-temperature, in December, in Smithers, is -6°C (21.2°F), while the average low-temperature is -12.1°C (10.2°F).
What is the average humidity in December in Smithers?
In December, the average relative humidity in Smithers is 95%.
How much does it rain in Smithers in December?
In Smithers, Canada, in December, during 4.9 rainfall days, 28mm (1.1") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How much does it snow in Smithers in December?
In December, it is snowing for 18.7 days. Throughout December, 178mm (7.01") of snow is accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days in Smithers?
December has the shortest days of the year in Smithers, with an average of 7h and 18min of daylight.
What is the average length of the day in December in Smithers?
The average day length in December in Smithers, Canada, is 7h and 20min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Smithers?
On the first day of December in Smithers, sunrise is at 8:29 am and sunset at 4:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:52 am and sunset at 4:12 pm PST.
How many hours of sunshine does Smithers have in December?
In December, the average sunshine duration in Smithers is 2.8h.
When is the lowest UV index in Smithers?
January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Smithers, Canada.
How high is the UV index in December in Smithers?
The average daily maximum UV index in December in Smithers, Canada, is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Smithers, Canada
  • Average high temperature in December: -6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (17.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (-6°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -12.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (5.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-13.3°C).

Average pressure in December
Smithers, Canada
  • Average pressure in December: 1017mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (1018.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1013.7mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Smithers, Canada
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (6km/h).

Average humidity in December
Smithers, Canada
  • Average humidity in December: 95%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (97%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Smithers, Canada
  • Average rainfall in December: 28mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (58mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (24mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Smithers, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Smithers, Canada
  • Average snowfall in December: 178mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (242mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Smithers, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in December: 18.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (18.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Smithers, Canada
  • Average daylight in December: 7h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Smithers, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are February and December (12.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (6.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Smithers, Canada
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Smithers, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in December: 73

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 79).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 47).

Average visibility in December
Smithers, Canada
  • Average visibility in December: 4km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July and August (8km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (3km).

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