CanadaThe weather in December in Alert
It's cold in December in Alert with an average temperature of -23°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of -27°C to a high of -19°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -33°C and -26°C.
Looking for sun? December isn’t a good month to be in Alert. There’s too much chance of rain this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in December for Alert, Canada. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 2°C in 2021, Alert reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -35°C in 2015. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -39°C to a highest value of -13°C.
Precipitation and snowfall
In December, there is an average of 130 mm of precipitation, spread over 12 days. Of the total precipitation, about 15 cm falls as snow in December. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the West.
Daily weather in December for Alert
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Alert. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
December weather comparison
| Alert | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | -23°C | 9°C |
| Max. temperature | -19°C | 12°C |
| Min. temperature | -33°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 130 mm | 133 mm |
| Rainy days | 12 days | 17 days |
| Total snowfall | 15 cm | 9,7 cm |
| Snowy days | 8 days | 3 days |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Alert with really cold temps, averaging around -21°C during the day and nights dipping to about -27°C.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps drop to around -23°C, with nights around -29°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Alert is around -24°C, while nighttime temps are about -30°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
Check out the climate of Alert for all months and discover the best travel time
Curious about the weather in other parts of Canada? Check out the climate and weather for spots like Vancouver, Toronto, Niagara Falls, or explore other destinations in Canada.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in December in Alert, Canada. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in December in Alert
Temperature in December in Alert over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in December in Alert, Canada. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in December in Alert
Total precipitation in December in Alert over the years
Daily Snowfall in December in Alert
Snowfall in December in Alert per year
Daily UV index in December in Alert
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Alert, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Weather experiences in December in Alert
Have you been to Alert in December?
Share your weather experience in December in Alert.
Average weather in Alert by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Alert. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.