December weather forecast
Abbotsford, Canada

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Weather in December

Winter sets in fully with December, bringing cold temperatures and substantial rainfall. December sees a return of snow with an average of 48mm (1.89"), endowing Abbotsford with a winter wonderland look. The weather remains considerably colder and days are short, with lesser daylight hours. Despite the cold, the festive season brings warmth, making it a special month full of celebrations and holiday spirit.

Temperature

December is the coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 4.2°C (39.6°F) and an average low-temperature of -0.2°C (31.6°F).

Humidity

In Abbotsford, Canada, the average relative humidity in December is 86%.

Rainfall

In Abbotsford, during December, the rain falls for 19.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 174mm (6.85") of precipitation. In Abbotsford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 188 days and collects up to 1267mm (49.88") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Abbotsford, in December, snow falls for 3 days, with typically accumulated 48mm (1.89") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 14.7 snowfall days, and 259mm (10.2") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 8h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 4:21 pm PST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into 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. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

Abbotsford's December weather, marked by an average high temperature of 4.2°C (39.6°F) and an average low temperature of -0.2°C (31.6°F), is the coldest in the year.

Is December cold?

In Abbotsford, in December, the average high-temperature is 4.2°C (39.6°F), and the average low-temperature is -0.2°C (31.6°F).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 86%.

How much does it rain in Abbotsford in December?

In December, the rain falls for 19.2 days. Throughout December, 174mm (6.85") of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Abbotsford, in December, during 3 snowfall days, 48mm (1.89") of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 8h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Abbotsford have in December?

In Abbotsford, the average day length in December is 8h and 18min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 4:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:03 am and sunset at 4:21 pm PST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 3.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Abbotsford have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 3.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Abbotsford, Canada
  • Average high temperature in December: 4.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (23.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (4.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in December: -0.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (10.8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and December (-0.2°C).

Average pressure in December
Abbotsford, Canada

Average pressure in December - Abbotsford, Canada
  • Average pressure in December: 1018.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1018.8mbar).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are March and August (1016mbar).

Average wind speed in December
Abbotsford, Canada

Average wind speed in December - Abbotsford, Canada
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1km/h).

Average humidity in December
Abbotsford, Canada

Average humidity in December - Abbotsford, Canada
  • Average humidity in December: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Abbotsford, Canada

Average rainfall in December - Abbotsford, Canada
  • Average rainfall in December: 174mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (196mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (23mm).

Average rainfall days in December
Abbotsford, Canada

Average rainfall days in December - Abbotsford, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in December: 19.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Abbotsford, Canada

Average snowfall in December - Abbotsford, Canada
  • Average snowfall in December: 48mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (79mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in December
Abbotsford, Canada

Average snowfall days in December - Abbotsford, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Abbotsford, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Abbotsford, Canada

Average sunshine days in December - Abbotsford, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in December: 10.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are July and August (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (8.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Abbotsford, Canada

Average UV index in December - Abbotsford, 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, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Abbotsford, Canada

Average cloud cover in December - Abbotsford, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in December: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Abbotsford, Canada

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, November and December (7km).

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