Weather in December
December brings a chilly close to the year in
Hope Bay as the reduction in the average temperature extends into this month. The lower temperatures may necessitate warmer clothing, especially during the early morning and late evening hours. The sea temperature drops further to 28.2°C (82.8°F), indicating a certain crispness in the air and water. Since daylight is limited to 11.1 hours, evening activities might require proper planning and warmer clothing.
Sea temperature
In December, the average sea temperature in Hope Bay is 28.2°C (82.8°F).
Note: For any water activity, having surface water temperatures from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) is considered outstanding and highly delightful for lengthened periods.
Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 11h and 6min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 06:22 and sunset at 17:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:37 and sunset at 17:41 EST.