Danforth, Canada — Weather in December 2026

Monthly climate averages for Danforth, Canada. Based on 10-year ERA5 reanalysis data.

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December is a poor month in Danforth

Climate Overview

Danforth, Canada in December has cold conditions, with highs averaging around 2.6°C (37°F). Rain falls on about 11 days this month.

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

Temperatures remain fairly steady throughout December, with daily highs around 3°C (37°F).

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

Expect around 4.4h of sunshine at the start of December, decreasing to 3.4h by the end.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 1th, averaging 4.6°C (40°F).

Compared to November, this month is about 5°C cooler with 1 more rainy days. Temperatures begin dropping heading into January.

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Monthly December Averages

Temperature
3°C / -2°C
Feels Like
-2°C / -7°C
Rain
11 days · 71 mm
Sunshine
4.3h / day
Humidity
76% — Humid
Wind
22 km/h
Wind Direction
WSW (258°)
Gusts
42 km/h
Daylight
9 h
Cloud Cover
77%
Clear Sky Days
0.5
UV Index
1.5 — Low
Dew Point
-3°C — Dry
Moon Phase
Waxing Crescent · 31%
Snow Days
11 days · 21.7 cm
Frost Days
20 days

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

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Daily Precipitation

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Rainfall

Daily Sunshine

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

Daily Wind Speed

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Wind Speed
Sun Position
Sunrise 07:45
Daylight 8.9h
Sunset 16:42

What to Expect

Cold daytime highs of 3°C (37°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
0°C / -5°C
Feels Like
-5°C / -11°C
Rain
9days (64 mm) Wet
Sun
4.9h Fair
Humidity
74% Muggy
UV
1.8 Low
Snow Days
13days
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February
Poor
Temp
1°C / -5°C
Feels Like
-4°C / -10°C
Rain
9days (60 mm) Wet
Sun
6.4h Fair
Humidity
73% Muggy
UV
2.9 Moderate
Snow Days
12days
View Details
March
Poor
Temp
5°C / -2°C
Feels Like
1°C / -7°C
Rain
11days (69 mm) Wet
Sun
7.6h Good
Humidity
71% Muggy
UV
3.9 Moderate
Snow Days
7days
View Details
April
Poor
Temp
9°C / 3°C
Feels Like
6°C / -2°C
Rain
13days (86 mm) Wet
Sun
8.8h Good
Humidity
71% Muggy
UV
4.9 Moderate
Snow Days
4days
View Details
May
Fair
Temp
15°C / 9°C
Feels Like
14°C / 6°C
Rain
11days (71 mm) Wet
Sun
10.6h Excellent
Humidity
74% Muggy
UV
6.1 High
View Details
June best
Excellent
Temp
21°C / 15°C
Feels Like
22°C / 14°C
Rain
10days (77 mm) Wet
Sun
12h Excellent
Humidity
73% Muggy
UV
6.5 High
View Details
July best
Excellent
Temp
25°C / 19°C
Feels Like
27°C / 20°C
Rain
11days (76 mm) Wet
Sun
12.1h Excellent
Humidity
74% Muggy
UV
6.9 High
View Details
August best
Excellent
Temp
25°C / 19°C
Feels Like
26°C / 19°C
Rain
9days (68 mm) Wet
Sun
11.3h Excellent
Humidity
75% Muggy
UV
6 High
View Details
September best
Excellent
Temp
21°C / 16°C
Feels Like
22°C / 15°C
Rain
7days (50 mm) Good
Sun
9.7h Good
Humidity
75% Muggy
UV
5.1 High
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October
Good
Temp
15°C / 10°C
Feels Like
13°C / 7°C
Rain
10days (73 mm) Wet
Sun
6.9h Fair
Humidity
74% Muggy
UV
3.4 Moderate
View Details
November
Poor
Temp
8°C / 3°C
Feels Like
4°C / -2°C
Rain
10days (57 mm) Wet
Sun
5.5h Fair
Humidity
73% Muggy
UV
2.1 Moderate
Snow Days
5days
View Details
December
Poor
Temp
3°C / -2°C
Feels Like
-2°C / -7°C
Rain
11days (71 mm) Wet
Sun
4.3h Fair
Humidity
76% Humid
UV
1.5 Low
Snow Days
11days
View Details
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status
January 0°C / -5°C -5°C / -11°C 9days (64 mm) Wet 4.9h Fair 74% Muggy 1.8 Low Poor View Details
February 1°C / -5°C -4°C / -10°C 9days (60 mm) Wet 6.4h Fair 73% Muggy 2.9 Moderate Poor View Details
March 5°C / -2°C 1°C / -7°C 11days (69 mm) Wet 7.6h Good 71% Muggy 3.9 Moderate Poor View Details
April 9°C / 3°C 6°C / -2°C 13days (86 mm) Wet 8.8h Good 71% Muggy 4.9 Moderate Poor View Details
May 15°C / 9°C 14°C / 6°C 11days (71 mm) Wet 10.6h Excellent 74% Muggy 6.1 High Fair View Details
June best 21°C / 15°C 22°C / 14°C 10days (77 mm) Wet 12h Excellent 73% Muggy 6.5 High Excellent View Details
July best 25°C / 19°C 27°C / 20°C 11days (76 mm) Wet 12.1h Excellent 74% Muggy 6.9 High Excellent View Details
August best 25°C / 19°C 26°C / 19°C 9days (68 mm) Wet 11.3h Excellent 75% Muggy 6 High Excellent View Details
September best 21°C / 16°C 22°C / 15°C 7days (50 mm) Good 9.7h Good 75% Muggy 5.1 High Excellent View Details
October 15°C / 10°C 13°C / 7°C 10days (73 mm) Wet 6.9h Fair 74% Muggy 3.4 Moderate Good View Details
November 8°C / 3°C 4°C / -2°C 10days (57 mm) Wet 5.5h Fair 73% Muggy 2.1 Moderate Poor View Details
December 3°C / -2°C -2°C / -7°C 11days (71 mm) Wet 4.3h Fair 76% Humid 1.5 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 & glovesUmbrellaWaterproof jacketComfortable walking shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

December is typically poor for visiting Danforth, with average highs of 3°C (37°F) and around 11 rainy days. Danforth, Canada in December has cold conditions, with highs averaging around 2.6°C (37°F). Rain falls on about 11 days
Danforth typically sees around 11 rainy days in December with 71 mm (2.8 in) of total rainfall. Pack a waterproof jacket.
Yes, nights in Danforth during December are cold, averaging -2°C (28°F). Pack warm layers and a coat for evenings.
With highs of 3°C (37°F) and lows of -2°C (28°F) in December, we recommend: Warm coat, Thermal base layers, Scarf & gloves, Umbrella, Waterproof jacket. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
December is not the most favourable month weather-wise in Danforth. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Danforth during December is 2 (low). No special sun protection is needed.
Danforth gets approximately 9 hours of daylight per day in December, with around 4 hours of sunshine.
Yes, Danforth typically sees around 11 snow days in December with roughly 22 cm (9 in) of snowfall.

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