December weather forecast
Stephenville, Canada

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Stephenville, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between min -3.5°C (25.7°F) and max 0.3°C (32.5°F).

Temperature

The start of December comes with a small reduction in the average high-temperature, subtly receding from an icy 5.2°C (41.4°F) in November to a still cold 0.3°C (32.5°F). In Stephenville, nights during December observe an average temperature decrease to a freezing cold -3.5°C (25.7°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Stephenville is 83%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 6.9 days. Throughout December, 55mm (2.17") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 126.7 rainfall days, and 629mm (24.76") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 10.3 days. Throughout December, 108mm (4.25") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Stephenville, there are 61.4 snowfall days, and 600mm (23.62") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In December, the average sea temperature is 2.7°C (36.9°F).
Note: In the water-based sport of swimming, this state is life-threatening and exceedingly dangerous. The freezing water causes severe discomfort, leading to rapid hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is compulsory to avert thermal damage.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Stephenville, Canada, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 4:38 pm NST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Stephenville is 2.3h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 1 in December interprets into the following advice:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Stephenville?

In Stephenville, 0.3°C (32.5°F) is the average high-temperature and -3.5°C (25.7°F) is the average low-temperature during December.

What is the average humidity in December in Stephenville?

The average relative humidity in December in Stephenville is 83%.

How much does it rain in Stephenville in December?

In December, in Stephenville, Canada, the rain falls for 6.9 days. Throughout December, 55mm (2.17") of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Stephenville?

In Stephenville, in December, snow falls for 10.3 days, with typically accumulated 108mm (4.25") of snow.

How cold is the water in December in Stephenville?

In Stephenville, Canada, in December, the average water temperature is 2.7°C (36.9°F). For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

What is the month with the shortest days in Stephenville?

December has the shortest days of the year in Stephenville, Canada, with an average of 8h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Stephenville have in December?

The average day length in December in Stephenville is 8h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Stephenville?

On the first day of December in Stephenville, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:16 am and sunset at 4:38 pm NST.

How many hours of sunshine does Stephenville have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Stephenville, Canada, is 2.3h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Stephenville are January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Stephenville?

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

Average temperature in December
Stephenville, Canada

Average temperature in December - Stephenville, Canada
  • Average high temperature in December: 0.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (19.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-3.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -3.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (13.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-8.8°C).

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Average pressure in December
Stephenville, Canada

Average pressure in December - Stephenville, Canada
  • Average pressure in December: 1011.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1008.6mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Stephenville, Canada

Average wind speed in December - Stephenville, Canada
  • Average wind speed in December: 23.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (24.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (14.9km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Stephenville, Canada

Average humidity in December - Stephenville, Canada
  • Average humidity in December: 83%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (80%).

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Average rainfall in December
Stephenville, Canada

Average rainfall in December - Stephenville, Canada
  • Average rainfall in December: 55mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (67mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (41mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Stephenville, Canada

Average rainfall days in December - Stephenville, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Stephenville, Canada

Average snowfall in December - Stephenville, Canada
  • Average snowfall in December: 108mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (143mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Stephenville, Canada

Average snowfall days in December - Stephenville, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in December
Stephenville, Canada

Average sea temperature in December - Stephenville, Canada
  • Average sea temperature in December: 2.7°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (15.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (-0.3°C).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Stephenville, Canada
  • Average daylight in December: 8h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 1h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Stephenville, Canada

Average sunshine days in December - Stephenville, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Stephenville, Canada

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Stephenville, Canada

Average cloud cover in December - Stephenville, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in December: 77

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 84).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 42).

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Average visibility in December
Stephenville, Canada

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

The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (8km).

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