Canton, United States — Weather in December 2026

Monthly climate averages for Canton, United States. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.

Cfa Humid Subtropical
1.9 /10
Poor

December is a poor month in Canton

Climate Overview

Canton, United States in December has cold conditions, with highs averaging around 5.2°C (41°F).

This month falls at the beginning of Winter. Cold conditions dominate the month.

Temperatures remain fairly steady throughout December, with daily highs around 6°C (43°F).

Rainfall is heaviest during the last third of the month, while the first third tends to be drier.

Expect around 5.8h of sunshine at the start of December, decreasing to 3.9h by the end.

Wind speeds pick up through the month, from 18 km/h (11 mph) to 22 km/h (14 mph).

The warmest days tend to fall around the 3th, averaging 6.4°C (44°F).

Compared to November, this month is about 6°C cooler with 1 fewer rainy days. Temperatures begin dropping heading into January.

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Monthly December Averages

Temperature
5°C / -2°C
Feels Like
1°C / -7°C
Rain
7 days · 56 mm
Sunshine
5.4h / day
Humidity
71% — Humid
Wind
20 km/h
Wind Direction
WSW (249°)
Gusts
38 km/h
Daylight
9.3 h
Cloud Cover
64%
Clear Sky Days
3.7
UV Index
2 — Low
Dew Point
-3°C — Dry
Moon Phase
Waxing Crescent · 31%
Snow Days
4 days · 5.7 cm
Frost Days
20 days

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

12°C 9°C 6°C 3°C 0°C -3°C -6°C 151015202531
High Low

Daily Precipitation

0 mm 2 mm 4 mm 6 mm 151015202531
Rainfall

Daily Sunshine

0h 2h 4h 6h 8h 10h 151015202531
Sunshine

Daily Wind Speed

0 6 12 18 24 30 151015202531
Wind Speed
Sun Position
Sunrise 07:17
Daylight 9.3h
Sunset 16:34

What to Expect

Cold daytime highs of 5°C (41°F) mean shorter outdoor excursions with warming breaks.

Rain usually comes in shorter passing showers rather than all-day rain.

2 of the last 5 yearly records were warmer than this month's long-run average.

Compare Months

January
Poor
Temp
2°C / -6°C
Feels Like
-3°C / -11°C
Rain
8days (55 mm) Wet
Sun
5.2h Fair
Humidity
72% Muggy
UV
2.5 Moderate
Snow Days
7days
View Details
February
Poor
Temp
5°C / -4°C
Feels Like
1°C / -9°C
Rain
8days (54 mm) Wet
Sun
6.9h Fair
Humidity
67% Muggy
UV
3.7 Moderate
Snow Days
7days
View Details
March
Poor
Temp
12°C / 2°C
Feels Like
8°C / -2°C
Rain
11days (110 mm) Wet
Sun
7.6h Good
Humidity
67% Muggy
UV
4.8 Moderate
Snow Days
3days
View Details
April
Fair
Temp
17°C / 6°C
Feels Like
15°C / 3°C
Rain
12days (111 mm) Wet
Sun
8.8h Good
Humidity
66% Muggy
UV
5.6 High
Snow Days
1days
View Details
May best
Excellent
Temp
23°C / 13°C
Feels Like
23°C / 11°C
Rain
12days (126 mm) Wet
Sun
10.1h Excellent
Humidity
69% Muggy
UV
6.8 High
View Details
June best
Excellent
Temp
29°C / 19°C
Feels Like
31°C / 19°C
Rain
11days (114 mm) Wet
Sun
12.1h Excellent
Humidity
66% Muggy
UV
7.2 Very High
View Details
July best
Good
Temp
30°C / 21°C
Feels Like
33°C / 22°C
Rain
11days (109 mm) Wet
Sun
11.8h Excellent
Humidity
72% Muggy
UV
7.2 Very High
View Details
August best
Excellent
Temp
29°C / 20°C
Feels Like
31°C / 21°C
Rain
9days (99 mm) Wet
Sun
11h Excellent
Humidity
71% Muggy
UV
6.7 High
View Details
September best
Excellent
Temp
26°C / 17°C
Feels Like
27°C / 17°C
Rain
7days (58 mm) Good
Sun
9.9h Good
Humidity
67% Muggy
UV
5.6 High
View Details
October
Good
Temp
19°C / 10°C
Feels Like
17°C / 8°C
Rain
9days (91 mm) Wet
Sun
7.5h Good
Humidity
66% Muggy
UV
4.2 Moderate
View Details
November
Poor
Temp
11°C / 3°C
Feels Like
7°C / -1°C
Rain
8days (58 mm) Wet
Sun
6.6h Fair
Humidity
68% Muggy
UV
2.8 Moderate
Snow Days
2days
View Details
December
Poor
Temp
5°C / -2°C
Feels Like
1°C / -7°C
Rain
7days (56 mm) Good
Sun
5.4h Fair
Humidity
71% Muggy
UV
2 Low
Snow Days
4days
View Details
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status
January 2°C / -6°C -3°C / -11°C 8days (55 mm) Wet 5.2h Fair 72% Muggy 2.5 Moderate Poor View Details
February 5°C / -4°C 1°C / -9°C 8days (54 mm) Wet 6.9h Fair 67% Muggy 3.7 Moderate Poor View Details
March 12°C / 2°C 8°C / -2°C 11days (110 mm) Wet 7.6h Good 67% Muggy 4.8 Moderate Poor View Details
April 17°C / 6°C 15°C / 3°C 12days (111 mm) Wet 8.8h Good 66% Muggy 5.6 High Fair View Details
May best 23°C / 13°C 23°C / 11°C 12days (126 mm) Wet 10.1h Excellent 69% Muggy 6.8 High Excellent View Details
June best 29°C / 19°C 31°C / 19°C 11days (114 mm) Wet 12.1h Excellent 66% Muggy 7.2 Very High Excellent View Details
July best 30°C / 21°C 33°C / 22°C 11days (109 mm) Wet 11.8h Excellent 72% Muggy 7.2 Very High Good View Details
August best 29°C / 20°C 31°C / 21°C 9days (99 mm) Wet 11h Excellent 71% Muggy 6.7 High Excellent View Details
September best 26°C / 17°C 27°C / 17°C 7days (58 mm) Good 9.9h Good 67% Muggy 5.6 High Excellent View Details
October 19°C / 10°C 17°C / 8°C 9days (91 mm) Wet 7.5h Good 66% Muggy 4.2 Moderate Good View Details
November 11°C / 3°C 7°C / -1°C 8days (58 mm) Wet 6.6h Fair 68% Muggy 2.8 Moderate Poor View Details
December 5°C / -2°C 1°C / -7°C 7days (56 mm) Good 5.4h Fair 71% Muggy 2 Low Poor View Details

What to Wear

Full winter gear is a must — insulated coat, thermal base layers, warm hat, gloves, and waterproof boots.

A waterproof jacket or compact umbrella is recommended for occasional showers.

Packing List

Warm coatThermal base layersScarf & glovesUmbrellaComfortable walking shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

December is typically poor for visiting Canton, with average highs of 5°C (41°F) and around 7 rainy days. Canton, United States in December has cold conditions, with highs averaging around 5.2°C (41°F).
Canton typically sees around 7 rainy days in December with 56 mm (2.2 in) of total rainfall. An umbrella should suffice.
Yes, nights in Canton during December are cold, averaging -2°C (28°F). Pack warm layers and a coat for evenings.
With highs of 5°C (41°F) and lows of -2°C (28°F) in December, we recommend: Warm coat, Thermal base layers, Scarf & gloves, Umbrella, Comfortable walking shoes. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
December is not the most favourable month weather-wise in Canton. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Canton during December is 2 (low). No special sun protection is needed.
Canton gets approximately 9 hours of daylight per day in December, with around 5 hours of sunshine.
Yes, Canton typically sees around 4 snow days in December with roughly 6 cm (2 in) of snowfall.

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