December weather forecastWaskaganish, Canada
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Waskaganish, is still a freezing cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min -20°C (-4°F) and max -10°C (14°F).Temperature
December's onset brings a clear reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from an icy 0°C (32°F) in November to a subzero cold -10°C (14°F). Waskaganish temperatures generally rest at a low of -20°C (-4°F) during the December nights.Rainfall
In Waskaganish, during December, the rain falls for 17 days and regularly aggregates up to 44mm (1.73") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Waskaganish, Canada, there are 172 rainfall days, and 708mm (27.87") of precipitation is accumulated.Sea temperature
In Waskaganish, in December, the average water temperature is -1°C (30.2°F).Note: When swimming, this state is excessively cold, posing a lethal risk. Absent the protection of insulated waterproof wear, hypothermia is likely to occur immediately.
Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Waskaganish is December, with an average of 8h and 0min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 4:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:19 am and sunset at 4:17 pm EST.
Sunshine
The months with the least sunshine are November and December, with an average of 1h of sunshine.UV index
December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 0. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 0 during December translates into the following directions:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Waskaganish, Canada
- Average high temperature in December: -10°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (21°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-14°C).
- Average low temperature in December: -20°C
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (-27°C).
Average rainfall in December
Waskaganish, Canada
- Average rainfall in December: 44mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (94mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (21mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Waskaganish, Canada
- Average rainfall days in December: 17 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are September, October, November and December (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (10 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Waskaganish, Canada
- Average sea temperature in December: -1°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (4°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March and April (-2°C).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Waskaganish, Canada
- Average daylight in December: 8h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 16h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in December: 1h
The months with the most sunshine are May, June and July (Average sunshine: 7h).
The months with the least sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 1h).
Average UV index in December
Waskaganish, Canada
- Average UV index in December: 0
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 0).
