December weather forecast
Squamish, Canada

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Squamish, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average low of -0.5°C (31.1°F) and an average high of 3°C (37.4°F).

Temperature

December stands out as Squamish's coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 3°C (37.4°F) and a low-temperature of -0.5°C (31.1°F).

Humidity

In Squamish, the average relative humidity in December is 85%.

Rainfall

In Squamish, Canada, in December, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 264mm (10.39") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Squamish, there are 183.1 rainfall days, and 1830mm (72.05") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Squamish are January through May, October through December. In Squamish, during December, snow falls for 18.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 978mm (38.5") of snow. Throughout the year, in Squamish, Canada, there are 89.9 snowfall days, and 4445mm (175") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 12min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 4:22 pm PST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Squamish are January and December, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in Squamish?
Squamish witnesses the coldest weather in December, with temperatures averaging a high of 3°C (37.4°F) and a low of -0.5°C (31.1°F).
How cold is it in Squamish in December?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 3°C (37.4°F) and -0.5°C (31.1°F) respectively.
What is the average humidity in December in Squamish?
The average relative humidity in December in Squamish, Canada, is 85%.
How many days does it rain in December in Squamish?
In December, in Squamish, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout December, 264mm (10.39") of precipitation is accumulated.
How many days does it snow in December in Squamish?
In Squamish, in December, during 18.9 snowfall days, 978mm (38.5") of snow is typically accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days in Squamish?
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 12min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Squamish have in December?
The average day length in December in Squamish, Canada, is 8h and 13min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Squamish?
In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:09 am and sunset at 4:22 pm PST.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Squamish?
The months with the least sunshine in Squamish are January and December, with an average of 3.5h of sunshine.
How long on average sun shines in December in Squamish?
In December, the average sunshine duration in Squamish is 3.5h.
How high is the UV index in December in Squamish?
In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December - Squamish, Canada
Average temperature in December
Squamish, Canada
  • Average high temperature in December: 3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (19.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (3°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -0.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (-0.5°C).

Average pressure in December - Squamish, Canada
Average pressure in December
Squamish, Canada
  • Average pressure in December: 1018mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and December (1018mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is March (1015.6mbar).

Average wind speed in December - Squamish, Canada
Average wind speed in December
Squamish, Canada
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (8.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6km/h).

Average humidity in December - Squamish, Canada
Average humidity in December
Squamish, Canada
  • Average humidity in December: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and March (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (75%).

Average rainfall in December - Squamish, Canada
Average rainfall in December
Squamish, Canada
  • Average rainfall in December: 264mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (280mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (39mm).

Average rainfall days in December - Squamish, Canada
Average rainfall days in December
Squamish, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in December - Squamish, Canada
Average snowfall in December
Squamish, Canada
  • Average snowfall in December: 978mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (981mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December - Squamish, Canada
Average snowfall days in December
Squamish, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in December: 18.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (18.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Squamish, Canada
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Squamish, Canada
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December - Squamish, Canada
Average sunshine days in December
Squamish, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (6.3 days).

Average UV index in December - Squamish, Canada
Average UV index in December
Squamish, Canada
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and February (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December - Squamish, Canada
Average cloud cover in December
Squamish, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in December: 62

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December - Squamish, Canada
Average visibility in December
Squamish, Canada
  • Average visibility in December: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (7km).

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