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December is a poor month in Killam

Climate Overview

Killam, Canada in December has cold conditions, with highs averaging around -6.7°C (20°F).

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

Daily highs in December gradually drop from around -3°C (26°F) at the start to -9°C (15°F) by month's end.

December sees fairly even rainfall, totalling about 18 mm across the month.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 3th, averaging -2.9°C (27°F).

Compared to November, this month is about 7°C cooler with 1 fewer rainy days.

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Monthly December Averages

Temperature
-7°C / -15°C
Feels Like
-12°C / -20°C
Rain
5 days · 18 mm
Sunshine
4.3h / day
Humidity
79% — Humid
Wind
21 km/h
Wind Direction
W (261°)
Gusts
33 km/h
Daylight
7.7 h
Cloud Cover
68%
Clear Sky Days
2.1
UV Index
1.2 — Low
Dew Point
-14°C — Dry
Moon Phase
Waxing Crescent · 31%
Snow Days
10 days · 13 cm
Frost Days
31 days

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

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Daily Precipitation

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Daily Sunshine

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Sunshine

Daily Wind Speed

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Wind Speed
Sun Position
Sunrise 08:35
Daylight 7.6h
Sunset 16:13

What to Expect

Cold daytime highs of -7°C (20°F) mean shorter outdoor excursions with warming breaks.

Rain is uncommon in this month, so most days stay dry from morning through evening.

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

Compare Months

January
Poor
Temp
-6°C / -14°C
Feels Like
-11°C / -20°C
Rain
5days (15 mm) Good
Sun
4.7h Fair
Humidity
81% Humid
UV
1.6 Low
Snow Days
10days
February
Poor
Temp
-6°C / -16°C
Feels Like
-11°C / -22°C
Rain
4days (14 mm) Good
Sun
6.7h Fair
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
2.8 Moderate
Snow Days
9days
March
Poor
Temp
1°C / -9°C
Feels Like
-4°C / -15°C
Rain
5days (21 mm) Good
Sun
8.7h Good
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
4.4 Moderate
Snow Days
10days
April
Poor
Temp
10°C / -2°C
Feels Like
6°C / -7°C
Rain
5days (22 mm) Good
Sun
10.5h Excellent
Humidity
62% Muggy
UV
5 Moderate
Snow Days
5days
May
Fair
Temp
19°C / 6°C
Feels Like
16°C / 2°C
Rain
8days (52 mm) Wet
Sun
11.9h Excellent
Humidity
57% Moderate
UV
5.5 High
Snow Days
1days
June best
Good
Temp
22°C / 11°C
Feels Like
20°C / 8°C
Rain
13days (89 mm) Wet
Sun
12.5h Excellent
Humidity
65% Muggy
UV
6.4 High
July best
Excellent
Temp
24°C / 13°C
Feels Like
24°C / 12°C
Rain
12days (74 mm) Wet
Sun
12.8h Excellent
Humidity
70% Muggy
UV
6.3 High
August best
Excellent
Temp
24°C / 13°C
Feels Like
23°C / 11°C
Rain
9days (52 mm) Wet
Sun
11.8h Excellent
Humidity
65% Muggy
UV
5.7 High
September best
Excellent
Temp
20°C / 8°C
Feels Like
17°C / 5°C
Rain
6days (26 mm) Good
Sun
9.6h Good
Humidity
63% Muggy
UV
4.5 Moderate
Snow Days
1days
October
Poor
Temp
11°C / 1°C
Feels Like
7°C / -3°C
Rain
4days (20 mm) Good
Sun
7.1h Good
Humidity
65% Muggy
UV
2.8 Moderate
Snow Days
4days
November
Poor
Temp
0°C / -7°C
Feels Like
-4°C / -12°C
Rain
6days (24 mm) Good
Sun
4.9h Fair
Humidity
79% Humid
UV
1.5 Low
Snow Days
8days
December
Poor
Temp
-7°C / -15°C
Feels Like
-12°C / -20°C
Rain
5days (18 mm) Good
Sun
4.3h Fair
Humidity
79% Humid
UV
1.2 Low
Snow Days
10days
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January -6°C / -14°C -11°C / -20°C 5days (15 mm) Good 4.7h Fair 81% Humid 1.6 Low Poor View Details
February -6°C / -16°C -11°C / -22°C 4days (14 mm) Good 6.7h Fair 77% Humid 2.8 Moderate Poor View Details
March 1°C / -9°C -4°C / -15°C 5days (21 mm) Good 8.7h Good 77% Humid 4.4 Moderate Poor View Details
April 10°C / -2°C 6°C / -7°C 5days (22 mm) Good 10.5h Excellent 62% Muggy 5 Moderate Poor View Details
May 19°C / 6°C 16°C / 2°C 8days (52 mm) Wet 11.9h Excellent 57% Moderate 5.5 High Fair View Details
June best 22°C / 11°C 20°C / 8°C 13days (89 mm) Wet 12.5h Excellent 65% Muggy 6.4 High Good View Details
July best 24°C / 13°C 24°C / 12°C 12days (74 mm) Wet 12.8h Excellent 70% Muggy 6.3 High Excellent View Details
August best 24°C / 13°C 23°C / 11°C 9days (52 mm) Wet 11.8h Excellent 65% Muggy 5.7 High Excellent View Details
September best 20°C / 8°C 17°C / 5°C 6days (26 mm) Good 9.6h Good 63% Muggy 4.5 Moderate Excellent View Details
October 11°C / 1°C 7°C / -3°C 4days (20 mm) Good 7.1h Good 65% Muggy 2.8 Moderate Poor View Details
November 0°C / -7°C -4°C / -12°C 6days (24 mm) Good 4.9h Fair 79% Humid 1.5 Low Poor View Details
December -7°C / -15°C -12°C / -20°C 5days (18 mm) Good 4.3h Fair 79% Humid 1.2 Low Poor View Details

What to Wear

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

Packing List

Warm coatThermal base layersScarf & glovesComfortable walking shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

December is typically poor for visiting Killam, with average highs of -7°C (20°F) and around 5 rainy days. Killam, Canada in December has cold conditions, with highs averaging around -6.7°C (20°F).
Killam typically sees around 5 rainy days in December with 18 mm (0.7 in) of total rainfall. An umbrella should suffice.
Yes, nights in Killam during December are cold, averaging -15°C (6°F). Pack warm layers and a coat for evenings.
With highs of -7°C (20°F) and lows of -15°C (6°F) in December, we recommend: Warm coat, Thermal base layers, Scarf & gloves, Comfortable walking shoes. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
December is not the most favourable month weather-wise in Killam. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Killam during December is 1 (low). No special sun protection is needed.
Killam gets approximately 8 hours of daylight per day in December, with around 4 hours of sunshine.
Yes, Killam typically sees around 10 snow days in December with roughly 13 cm (5 in) of snowfall.

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