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December is a poor month in Ripon

Climate Overview

Ripon, Canada in December has cold conditions, with highs averaging around -1.8°C (29°F). Rain falls on about 12 days this month.

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

Daily highs in December gradually drop from around 1°C (33°F) at the start to -2°C (28°F) by month's end.

December sees fairly even rainfall, totalling about 92 mm across the month.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 1th, averaging 1.3°C (34°F).

Compared to November, this month is about 6°C cooler with 0 fewer rainy days. Temperatures begin dropping heading into January.

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Monthly December Averages

Temperature
-2°C / -9°C
Feels Like
-6°C / -14°C
Rain
12 days · 92 mm
Sunshine
4h / day
Humidity
79% — Humid
Wind
16 km/h
Wind Direction
W (270°)
Gusts
37 km/h
Daylight
8.7 h
Cloud Cover
78%
Clear Sky Days
1.1
UV Index
1.4 — Low
Dew Point
-9°C — Dry
Moon Phase
Waxing Crescent · 31%
Snow Days
16 days · 31.6 cm
Frost Days
29 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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Daily Wind Speed

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Sun Position
Sunrise 07:36
Daylight 8.7h
Sunset 16:18

What to Expect

Cold daytime highs of -2°C (29°F) mean shorter outdoor excursions with warming breaks. Keep afternoons flexible as tropical showers are common — they typically clear within an hour.

Wet weather can spread across much of the day, so it is best to keep outdoor plans flexible.

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

Compare Months

January
Poor
Temp
-5°C / -13°C
Feels Like
-9°C / -18°C
Rain
11days (78 mm) Wet
Sun
4.7h Fair
Humidity
78% Humid
UV
1.8 Low
Snow Days
17days
February
Poor
Temp
-3°C / -12°C
Feels Like
-7°C / -17°C
Rain
12days (82 mm) Wet
Sun
5.9h Fair
Humidity
75% Muggy
UV
2.8 Moderate
Snow Days
17days
March
Poor
Temp
2°C / -7°C
Feels Like
-2°C / -11°C
Rain
12days (89 mm) Wet
Sun
7.4h Good
Humidity
72% Muggy
UV
3.8 Moderate
Snow Days
12days
April
Poor
Temp
9°C / 0°C
Feels Like
6°C / -4°C
Rain
13days (107 mm) Wet
Sun
8.2h Good
Humidity
68% Muggy
UV
4.6 Moderate
Snow Days
6days
May best
Good
Temp
18°C / 8°C
Feels Like
17°C / 5°C
Rain
12days (95 mm) Wet
Sun
10h Excellent
Humidity
67% Muggy
UV
5.6 High
Snow Days
1days
June best
Excellent
Temp
23°C / 14°C
Feels Like
23°C / 13°C
Rain
13days (108 mm) Wet
Sun
10.6h Excellent
Humidity
72% Muggy
UV
6.3 High
July best
Excellent
Temp
25°C / 17°C
Feels Like
27°C / 17°C
Rain
14days (121 mm) Wet
Sun
11.6h Excellent
Humidity
76% Humid
UV
6.5 High
August best
Excellent
Temp
24°C / 16°C
Feels Like
25°C / 16°C
Rain
12days (113 mm) Wet
Sun
10.3h Excellent
Humidity
78% Humid
UV
5.7 High
September best
Excellent
Temp
20°C / 12°C
Feels Like
20°C / 11°C
Rain
8days (75 mm) Wet
Sun
9h Good
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
4.8 Moderate
October
Fair
Temp
13°C / 6°C
Feels Like
11°C / 4°C
Rain
12days (112 mm) Wet
Sun
6.3h Fair
Humidity
78% Humid
UV
3 Moderate
Snow Days
1days
November
Poor
Temp
4°C / -2°C
Feels Like
0°C / -6°C
Rain
12days (81 mm) Wet
Sun
4.6h Fair
Humidity
79% Humid
UV
1.9 Low
Snow Days
10days
December
Poor
Temp
-2°C / -9°C
Feels Like
-6°C / -14°C
Rain
12days (92 mm) Wet
Sun
4h Fair
Humidity
79% Humid
UV
1.4 Low
Snow Days
16days
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January -5°C / -13°C -9°C / -18°C 11days (78 mm) Wet 4.7h Fair 78% Humid 1.8 Low Poor View Details
February -3°C / -12°C -7°C / -17°C 12days (82 mm) Wet 5.9h Fair 75% Muggy 2.8 Moderate Poor View Details
March 2°C / -7°C -2°C / -11°C 12days (89 mm) Wet 7.4h Good 72% Muggy 3.8 Moderate Poor View Details
April 9°C / 0°C 6°C / -4°C 13days (107 mm) Wet 8.2h Good 68% Muggy 4.6 Moderate Poor View Details
May best 18°C / 8°C 17°C / 5°C 12days (95 mm) Wet 10h Excellent 67% Muggy 5.6 High Good View Details
June best 23°C / 14°C 23°C / 13°C 13days (108 mm) Wet 10.6h Excellent 72% Muggy 6.3 High Excellent View Details
July best 25°C / 17°C 27°C / 17°C 14days (121 mm) Wet 11.6h Excellent 76% Humid 6.5 High Excellent View Details
August best 24°C / 16°C 25°C / 16°C 12days (113 mm) Wet 10.3h Excellent 78% Humid 5.7 High Excellent View Details
September best 20°C / 12°C 20°C / 11°C 8days (75 mm) Wet 9h Good 77% Humid 4.8 Moderate Excellent View Details
October 13°C / 6°C 11°C / 4°C 12days (112 mm) Wet 6.3h Fair 78% Humid 3 Moderate Fair View Details
November 4°C / -2°C 0°C / -6°C 12days (81 mm) Wet 4.6h Fair 79% Humid 1.9 Low Poor View Details
December -2°C / -9°C -6°C / -14°C 12days (92 mm) Wet 4h Fair 79% Humid 1.4 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 Ripon, with average highs of -2°C (29°F) and around 12 rainy days. Ripon, Canada in December has cold conditions, with highs averaging around -1.8°C (29°F). Rain falls on about 12 days th
Ripon typically sees around 12 rainy days in December with 92 mm (3.6 in) of total rainfall. Pack a waterproof jacket.
Yes, nights in Ripon during December are cold, averaging -9°C (15°F). Pack warm layers and a coat for evenings.
With highs of -2°C (29°F) and lows of -9°C (15°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 Ripon. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Ripon during December is 1 (low). No special sun protection is needed.
Ripon gets approximately 9 hours of daylight per day in December, with around 4 hours of sunshine.
Yes, Ripon typically sees around 16 snow days in December with roughly 32 cm (12 in) of snowfall.

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