Normal weather for Quebec in December
It's cool to moderate in December in Quebec with an average temperature of 17°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 12°C to a high of 20°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -2°C and 5°C.
In December, there is an average of 14 mm of precipitation, spread over 3 days. Of the total precipitation, about 3,3 cm falls as snow in December. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Quebec in December |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
17°C | 9°C | |
 High Temp |
20°C | 12°C | |
| Low Temp |
12°C | 4°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
14 mm | 133 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
3 days | 17 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
3,3 cm | 9,7 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
2 days | 3 days | |
Start of December
The month of December starts in Quebec with mild temps, averaging around 18°C during the day and nights around 2°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry.
With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers. During the day, a shirt, maybe a light sweater, and thin pants will do. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick jacket, sweater, and long pants.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps drop to around 17°C, with nights around 0°C. No precipitation expected during this period, so you can enjoy plenty of sunshine.
Since it cools down at night, it’s a good idea to wear layers. During the day, choose a light jacket, sweater or hoodie, and long pants. For the evening and morning, we recommend a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Quebec is around 16°C, while nighttime temps are about 0°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended. During the day, choose a light jacket, sweater or hoodie, and long pants. For the evening and morning, we recommend a heavy winter coat, sweater, long pants, beanie, and gloves.
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 5 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
Is December a good time to visit Quebec?
Looking for sun and warm weather? December isn’t a good month to be in Quebec. The temperatures are too low for a warm stay this month.
The hurricane season in Quebec runs from June to November.
Temperature records for Quebec in December
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Daily Temperature in December in Quebec
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in December for Quebec, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in December in Quebec
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Quebec, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for December, you can expect about 3 days of precipitation in Quebec.
Daily Snowfall in December in Quebec
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in December in Quebec, measured in centimeters. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in December.
Daily UV Index in December in Quebec
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Quebec, 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.
Temperature in December in Quebec Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Quebec, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total Precipitation in December in Quebec Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Quebec, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in December in Quebec per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in December in Quebec, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily Climate in December for Quebec
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Quebec. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Quebec by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Quebec. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
