December weather forecast
Sudbury, Canada

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Weather in December

Completing the weather cycle of Sudbury, December brings the year to an end with the return of a full-fledged winter climate. The extended period of cold comes to a head with an average low temperature peaking at -10.4°C (13.3°F). Snow-clad streets and rooftops with holiday lights give Sudbury a postcard-perfect look. Amid the festivities and holiday cheer, Sudbury’s residents readily embrace the winter cold. Despite challenging conditions, the city is imbued with a sense of charm and warmth, ending the year on a high note.

Temperature

The start of December involves a temperature drop, moving from a cold 2.4°C (36.3°F) in November to a subzero cold -4.6°C (23.7°F). An average low-temperature of -10.4°C (13.3°F) is recorded during the nights in December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 90%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall in Sudbury are February and December Rain falls for 5 days and accumulates 27mm (1.06") of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Sudbury, in December, during 15.7 snowfall days, 110mm (4.33") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sudbury, there are 86.7 snowfall days, and 865mm (34.06") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 8h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Sudbury.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Sudbury is 2.5h.

UV index

January through March, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Sudbury. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 1 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Sudbury?

Sudbury in December has an average high-temperature of -4.6°C (23.7°F) and an average low-temperature of -10.4°C (13.3°F).

What is the average humidity in December in Sudbury?

In December, the average relative humidity in Sudbury is 90%.

What is the driest month in Sudbury?

The months with the least rainfall are February and December Rain falls for 5 days and accumulates 27mm (1.06") of rain.

How much does it rain in Sudbury in December?

In Sudbury, Canada, in December, it is raining for 5 days, with typically 27mm (1.06") of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Sudbury?

In Sudbury, Canada, in December, snow falls for 15.7 days, with typically accumulated 110mm (4.33") of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sudbury?

The month with the shortest days in Sudbury is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Sudbury?

In December, the average day length in Sudbury is 8h and 39min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Sudbury?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:07 am and sunset at 4:46 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sudbury have in December?

In Sudbury, the average sunshine duration in December is 2.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Sudbury?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Sudbury?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sudbury, Canada

Average temperature in December - Sudbury, Canada
  • Average high temperature in December: -4.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (24.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-8°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -10.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (12.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-15.9°C).

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Average pressure in December
Sudbury, Canada

Average pressure in December - Sudbury, Canada
  • Average pressure in December: 1017.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (1018.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1012.8mbar).

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Average wind speed in December
Sudbury, Canada

Average wind speed in December - Sudbury, Canada
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (12.6km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and August (10.1km/h).

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Average humidity in December
Sudbury, Canada

Average humidity in December - Sudbury, Canada
  • Average humidity in December: 90%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (68%).

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Average rainfall in December
Sudbury, Canada

Average rainfall in December - Sudbury, Canada
  • Average rainfall in December: 27mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (65mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and December (27mm).

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Average rainfall days in December
Sudbury, Canada

Average rainfall days in December - Sudbury, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (13.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Sudbury, Canada

Average snowfall in December - Sudbury, Canada
  • Average snowfall in December: 110mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (179mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in December
Sudbury, Canada

Average snowfall days in December - Sudbury, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in December: 15.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (18.6 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
Sudbury, Canada

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sudbury, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 2h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 2h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Sudbury, Canada

Average sunshine days in December - Sudbury, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Sudbury, Canada

Average UV index in December - Sudbury, 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, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in December
Sudbury, Canada

Average cloud cover in December - Sudbury, 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 July (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in December
Sudbury, Canada

Average visibility in December - Sudbury, Canada
  • Average visibility in December: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June and July (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (6km).

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