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December is a poor month in Sainte-Adèle

Climate Overview

Sainte-Adèle, Canada in December has cold conditions, with highs averaging around -2.3°C (28°F). Rain falls on about 13 days this month.

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

Daily highs in December gradually drop from around 0°C (32°F) at the start to -3°C (27°F) by month's end.

December sees fairly even rainfall, totalling about 105 mm across the month.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 1th, averaging 1°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 / -10°C
Feels Like
-7°C / -15°C
Rain
13 days · 106 mm
Sunshine
4.3h / day
Humidity
80% — Very Humid
Wind
17 km/h
Wind Direction
WNW (295°)
Gusts
40 km/h
Daylight
8.7 h
Cloud Cover
77%
Clear Sky Days
1.2
UV Index
1.4 — Low
Dew Point
-9°C — Dry
Moon Phase
Waxing Crescent · 31%
Snow Days
18 days · 39.5 cm
Frost Days
29 days

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

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Daily Sunshine

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Daily Wind Speed

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Sun Position
Sunrise 07:33
Daylight 8.7h
Sunset 16:13

What to Expect

Cold daytime highs of -2°C (28°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
-10°C / -19°C
Rain
12days (87 mm) Wet
Sun
4.9h Fair
Humidity
79% Humid
UV
1.7 Low
Snow Days
18days
February
Poor
Temp
-3°C / -12°C
Feels Like
-8°C / -17°C
Rain
13days (97 mm) Wet
Sun
6h Fair
Humidity
76% Humid
UV
2.7 Moderate
Snow Days
18days
March
Poor
Temp
2°C / -7°C
Feels Like
-2°C / -12°C
Rain
13days (100 mm) Wet
Sun
7.5h Good
Humidity
73% Muggy
UV
3.8 Moderate
Snow Days
14days
April
Poor
Temp
9°C / -1°C
Feels Like
5°C / -5°C
Rain
13days (124 mm) Wet
Sun
8.5h Good
Humidity
70% Muggy
UV
4.6 Moderate
Snow Days
8days
May best
Good
Temp
18°C / 8°C
Feels Like
16°C / 5°C
Rain
12days (105 mm) Wet
Sun
10h Excellent
Humidity
67% Muggy
UV
5.5 High
Snow Days
1days
June best
Excellent
Temp
23°C / 13°C
Feels Like
23°C / 12°C
Rain
14days (135 mm) Wet
Sun
10.7h Excellent
Humidity
72% Muggy
UV
6.1 High
July best
Excellent
Temp
25°C / 17°C
Feels Like
26°C / 17°C
Rain
15days (140 mm) Wet
Sun
11.6h Excellent
Humidity
75% Muggy
UV
6.5 High
August best
Excellent
Temp
24°C / 16°C
Feels Like
25°C / 16°C
Rain
14days (141 mm) Wet
Sun
10.3h Excellent
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
5.6 High
September best
Excellent
Temp
20°C / 12°C
Feels Like
20°C / 11°C
Rain
9days (89 mm) Wet
Sun
9.1h Good
Humidity
76% Humid
UV
4.7 Moderate
October
Fair
Temp
13°C / 6°C
Feels Like
11°C / 3°C
Rain
13days (130 mm) Wet
Sun
6.5h Fair
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
2.9 Moderate
Snow Days
2days
November
Poor
Temp
4°C / -2°C
Feels Like
0°C / -7°C
Rain
13days (94 mm) Wet
Sun
4.9h Fair
Humidity
79% Humid
UV
1.9 Low
Snow Days
12days
December
Poor
Temp
-2°C / -10°C
Feels Like
-7°C / -15°C
Rain
13days (106 mm) Wet
Sun
4.3h Fair
Humidity
80% Humid
UV
1.4 Low
Snow Days
18days
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January -5°C / -13°C -10°C / -19°C 12days (87 mm) Wet 4.9h Fair 79% Humid 1.7 Low Poor View Details
February -3°C / -12°C -8°C / -17°C 13days (97 mm) Wet 6h Fair 76% Humid 2.7 Moderate Poor View Details
March 2°C / -7°C -2°C / -12°C 13days (100 mm) Wet 7.5h Good 73% Muggy 3.8 Moderate Poor View Details
April 9°C / -1°C 5°C / -5°C 13days (124 mm) Wet 8.5h Good 70% Muggy 4.6 Moderate Poor View Details
May best 18°C / 8°C 16°C / 5°C 12days (105 mm) Wet 10h Excellent 67% Muggy 5.5 High Good View Details
June best 23°C / 13°C 23°C / 12°C 14days (135 mm) Wet 10.7h Excellent 72% Muggy 6.1 High Excellent View Details
July best 25°C / 17°C 26°C / 17°C 15days (140 mm) Wet 11.6h Excellent 75% Muggy 6.5 High Excellent View Details
August best 24°C / 16°C 25°C / 16°C 14days (141 mm) Wet 10.3h Excellent 77% Humid 5.6 High Excellent View Details
September best 20°C / 12°C 20°C / 11°C 9days (89 mm) Wet 9.1h Good 76% Humid 4.7 Moderate Excellent View Details
October 13°C / 6°C 11°C / 3°C 13days (130 mm) Wet 6.5h Fair 77% Humid 2.9 Moderate Fair View Details
November 4°C / -2°C 0°C / -7°C 13days (94 mm) Wet 4.9h Fair 79% Humid 1.9 Low Poor View Details
December -2°C / -10°C -7°C / -15°C 13days (106 mm) Wet 4.3h Fair 80% 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 Sainte-Adèle, with average highs of -2°C (28°F) and around 13 rainy days. Sainte-Adèle, Canada in December has cold conditions, with highs averaging around -2.3°C (28°F). Rain falls on about 13
Sainte-Adèle typically sees around 13 rainy days in December with 106 mm (4.2 in) of total rainfall. Pack a waterproof jacket.
Yes, nights in Sainte-Adèle during December are cold, averaging -10°C (13°F). Pack warm layers and a coat for evenings.
With highs of -2°C (28°F) and lows of -10°C (13°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 Sainte-Adèle. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Sainte-Adèle during December is 1 (low). No special sun protection is needed.
Sainte-Adèle gets approximately 9 hours of daylight per day in December, with around 4 hours of sunshine.
Yes, Sainte-Adèle typically sees around 18 snow days in December with roughly 40 cm (16 in) of snowfall.

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