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December is a poor month in Herbert

Climate Overview

Herbert, Canada in December has cold conditions, with highs averaging around -3.9°C (25°F).

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

Daily highs in December gradually drop from around -1°C (29°F) at the start to -7°C (19°F) by month's end.

December sees fairly even rainfall, totalling about 22 mm across the month.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 3th, averaging -1.1°C (30°F).

Compared to November, this month is about 6°C cooler with 0 fewer rainy days.

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Monthly December Averages

Temperature
-4°C / -12°C
Feels Like
-9°C / -18°C
Rain
6 days · 23 mm
Sunshine
4.8h / day
Humidity
77% — Humid
Wind
23 km/h
Wind Direction
WSW (258°)
Gusts
39 km/h
Daylight
8.1 h
Cloud Cover
65%
Clear Sky Days
2.8
UV Index
1.5 — Low
Dew Point
-11°C — Dry
Moon Phase
Waxing Crescent · 31%
Snow Days
12 days · 15.5 cm
Frost Days
31 days

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

4°C 0°C -4°C -8°C -12°C -16°C -20°C 151015202531
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Daily Precipitation

0 mm 1 mm 2 mm 3 mm 4 mm 151015202531
Rainfall

Daily Sunshine

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

Daily Wind Speed

0 7 14 21 28 35 151015202531
Wind Speed
Sun Position
Sunrise 09:04
Daylight 8h
Sunset 17:07

What to Expect

Cold daytime highs of -4°C (25°F) mean shorter outdoor excursions with warming breaks.

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

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

Compare Months

January
Poor
Temp
-4°C / -13°C
Feels Like
-9°C / -18°C
Rain
4days (12 mm) Good
Sun
5.3h Fair
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
1.9 Low
Snow Days
10days
February
Poor
Temp
-4°C / -14°C
Feels Like
-10°C / -20°C
Rain
4days (14 mm) Good
Sun
7.4h Good
Humidity
72% Muggy
UV
3.1 Moderate
Snow Days
9days
March
Poor
Temp
4°C / -7°C
Feels Like
-1°C / -12°C
Rain
5days (19 mm) Good
Sun
8.9h Good
Humidity
68% Muggy
UV
4.4 Moderate
Snow Days
9days
April
Poor
Temp
11°C / -1°C
Feels Like
7°C / -6°C
Rain
6days (28 mm) Good
Sun
10.2h Excellent
Humidity
59% Moderate
UV
5.3 High
Snow Days
6days
May
Fair
Temp
19°C / 6°C
Feels Like
16°C / 3°C
Rain
8days (45 mm) Wet
Sun
11.8h Excellent
Humidity
57% Moderate
UV
5.7 High
Snow Days
1days
June best
Excellent
Temp
24°C / 12°C
Feels Like
22°C / 10°C
Rain
9days (62 mm) Wet
Sun
12.8h Excellent
Humidity
57% Moderate
UV
6.7 High
July best
Excellent
Temp
27°C / 15°C
Feels Like
26°C / 14°C
Rain
7days (57 mm) Good
Sun
13.2h Excellent
Humidity
61% Muggy
UV
6.7 High
August best
Excellent
Temp
26°C / 14°C
Feels Like
25°C / 13°C
Rain
8days (54 mm) Wet
Sun
11.9h Excellent
Humidity
58% Moderate
UV
6.1 High
September best
Excellent
Temp
22°C / 10°C
Feels Like
19°C / 7°C
Rain
5days (29 mm) Good
Sun
9.5h Good
Humidity
57% Moderate
UV
4.8 Moderate
October
Poor
Temp
12°C / 2°C
Feels Like
8°C / -2°C
Rain
5days (33 mm) Good
Sun
7.5h Good
Humidity
64% Muggy
UV
3.2 Moderate
Snow Days
4days
November
Poor
Temp
3°C / -5°C
Feels Like
-2°C / -10°C
Rain
6days (24 mm) Good
Sun
5.1h Fair
Humidity
76% Humid
UV
1.8 Low
Snow Days
9days
December
Poor
Temp
-4°C / -12°C
Feels Like
-9°C / -18°C
Rain
6days (23 mm) Good
Sun
4.8h Fair
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
1.5 Low
Snow Days
12days
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January -4°C / -13°C -9°C / -18°C 4days (12 mm) Good 5.3h Fair 77% Humid 1.9 Low Poor View Details
February -4°C / -14°C -10°C / -20°C 4days (14 mm) Good 7.4h Good 72% Muggy 3.1 Moderate Poor View Details
March 4°C / -7°C -1°C / -12°C 5days (19 mm) Good 8.9h Good 68% Muggy 4.4 Moderate Poor View Details
April 11°C / -1°C 7°C / -6°C 6days (28 mm) Good 10.2h Excellent 59% Moderate 5.3 High Poor View Details
May 19°C / 6°C 16°C / 3°C 8days (45 mm) Wet 11.8h Excellent 57% Moderate 5.7 High Fair View Details
June best 24°C / 12°C 22°C / 10°C 9days (62 mm) Wet 12.8h Excellent 57% Moderate 6.7 High Excellent View Details
July best 27°C / 15°C 26°C / 14°C 7days (57 mm) Good 13.2h Excellent 61% Muggy 6.7 High Excellent View Details
August best 26°C / 14°C 25°C / 13°C 8days (54 mm) Wet 11.9h Excellent 58% Moderate 6.1 High Excellent View Details
September best 22°C / 10°C 19°C / 7°C 5days (29 mm) Good 9.5h Good 57% Moderate 4.8 Moderate Excellent View Details
October 12°C / 2°C 8°C / -2°C 5days (33 mm) Good 7.5h Good 64% Muggy 3.2 Moderate Poor View Details
November 3°C / -5°C -2°C / -10°C 6days (24 mm) Good 5.1h Fair 76% Humid 1.8 Low Poor View Details
December -4°C / -12°C -9°C / -18°C 6days (23 mm) Good 4.8h Fair 77% 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 & glovesUmbrellaComfortable walking shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

December is typically poor for visiting Herbert, with average highs of -4°C (25°F) and around 6 rainy days. Herbert, Canada in December has cold conditions, with highs averaging around -3.9°C (25°F).
Herbert typically sees around 6 rainy days in December with 23 mm (0.9 in) of total rainfall. An umbrella should suffice.
Yes, nights in Herbert during December are cold, averaging -12°C (10°F). Pack warm layers and a coat for evenings.
With highs of -4°C (25°F) and lows of -12°C (10°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 Herbert. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Herbert during December is 2 (low). No special sun protection is needed.
Herbert gets approximately 8 hours of daylight per day in December, with around 5 hours of sunshine.
Yes, Herbert typically sees around 12 snow days in December with roughly 16 cm (6 in) of snowfall.

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