Weather in December
By December, Quebec City is fully in the grip of winter weather. The city is often blanketed in snow, exuding a festive charm characteristic of the holiday season. Daylight hours dwindle, but the city sparkles bright reflecting a winter wonderland. Reflecting the stark contrast from the mild summer flurry, the temperatures drop between -13°C (8.6°F) and -5°C (23°F), ensuring a white holiday season.
Note: In swimming scenarios, this situation is extremely cold, fraught with danger, and poses a significant life risk. Absent insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia strikes quickly.
On the first day of December in Quebec city, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 3:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:06 pm EST.
Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in December leads to these guidelines:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
Temperature
December's onset witnesses a marked shift in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 3°C (37.4°F) in November to a subzero cold -5°C (23°F). In Quebec city, the expected average low-temperature for December is an extreme cold -13°C (8.6°F).Rainfall
In Quebec city, in December, during 17 rainfall days, 109mm (4.29") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Quebec city, there are 170 rainfall days, and 1202mm (47.32") of precipitation is accumulated.Sea temperature
In Quebec city, Canada, the average seawater temperature in December is 3.1°C (37.6°F).Note: In swimming scenarios, this situation is extremely cold, fraught with danger, and poses a significant life risk. Absent insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia strikes quickly.
Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Quebec city, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.On the first day of December in Quebec city, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 3:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:06 pm EST.
Sunshine
January, November and December, with an average of 3h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.UV index
January, 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 health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: A daily high UV index of 1 in December leads to these guidelines:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
Frequently asked questions
How cold is December in Quebec city?
The average high-temperature, in December, in Quebec city, is -5°C (23°F), while the average low-temperature is -13°C (8.6°F).
How much does it rain in Quebec city in December?
In Quebec city, Canada, in December, during 17 rainfall days, 109mm (4.29") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How cold is the water in December in Quebec city?
In Quebec city, in December, the average water temperature is 3.1°C (37.6°F). For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.
What is the month with the shortest days in Quebec city?
The month with the shortest days in Quebec city, Canada, is December, with an average of 8h and 36min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Quebec city have in December?
The average day length in December in Quebec city, Canada, is 8h and 37min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Quebec city?
On the first day of December in Quebec city, Canada, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 3:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:06 pm EST.
What is the month with the least sunshine in Quebec city?
January, November and December, with an average of 3h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Quebec city.
How many hours of sunshine does Quebec city have in December?
The average sunshine duration in December in Quebec city, Canada, is 3h.
When is the lowest UV index in Quebec city?
January, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index in Quebec city, Canada.
What is the UV index intensity in December in Quebec city?
In Quebec city, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average temperature in December
Quebec city, Canada
- Average high temperature in December: -5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (25°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-8°C).
- Average low temperature in December: -13°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (14°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-17°C).
Average rainfall in December
Quebec city, Canada
- Average rainfall in December: 109mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (123mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (70mm).
Average rainfall days in December
Quebec city, Canada
- Average rainfall days in December: 17 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (17 days).
The months with the least rainy days are March and April (12 days).
Average sea temperature in December
Quebec city, Canada
- Average sea temperature in December: 3.1°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (14.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (0.8°C).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Quebec city, 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: 3h
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 8h).
The months with the least sunshine are January, November and December (Average sunshine: 3h).
Average UV index in December
Quebec city, Canada
- Average UV index in December: 1
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).
Quebec city, Canada
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