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December is a poor month in Stanstead

Climate Overview

Stanstead, Canada in December has cold conditions, with highs averaging around -1.1°C (30°F). Rain falls on about 14 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 -1°C (29°F) by month's end.

December sees fairly even rainfall, totalling about 95 mm across the month.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 1th, averaging 1.9°C (35°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
-1°C / -9°C
Feels Like
-5°C / -14°C
Rain
14 days · 95 mm
Sunshine
4.3h / day
Humidity
78% — Humid
Wind
18 km/h
Wind Direction
SW (230°)
Gusts
43 km/h
Daylight
8.8 h
Cloud Cover
78%
Clear Sky Days
0.6
UV Index
1.5 — Low
Dew Point
-8°C — Dry
Moon Phase
Waxing Crescent · 31%
Snow Days
19 days · 35.6 cm
Frost Days
28 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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Wind Speed
Sun Position
Sunrise 07:21
Daylight 8.8h
Sunset 16:09

What to Expect

Cold daytime highs of -1°C (30°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
-4°C / -12°C
Feels Like
-8°C / -17°C
Rain
14days (82 mm) Wet
Sun
4.9h Fair
Humidity
79% Humid
UV
1.8 Low
Snow Days
20days
February
Poor
Temp
-2°C / -11°C
Feels Like
-6°C / -16°C
Rain
13days (78 mm) Wet
Sun
6h Fair
Humidity
75% Muggy
UV
2.9 Moderate
Snow Days
18days
March
Poor
Temp
3°C / -6°C
Feels Like
-1°C / -11°C
Rain
14days (90 mm) Wet
Sun
7.1h Good
Humidity
72% Muggy
UV
3.8 Moderate
Snow Days
15days
April
Poor
Temp
10°C / 0°C
Feels Like
6°C / -4°C
Rain
15days (108 mm) Wet
Sun
7.9h Good
Humidity
70% Muggy
UV
4.9 Moderate
Snow Days
8days
May best
Good
Temp
17°C / 7°C
Feels Like
16°C / 5°C
Rain
13days (101 mm) Wet
Sun
9.6h Good
Humidity
71% Muggy
UV
5.4 High
Snow Days
1days
June best
Good
Temp
22°C / 13°C
Feels Like
22°C / 12°C
Rain
15days (129 mm) Wet
Sun
10.6h Excellent
Humidity
75% Muggy
UV
6.2 High
July best
Excellent
Temp
25°C / 16°C
Feels Like
26°C / 17°C
Rain
15days (126 mm) Wet
Sun
11.4h Excellent
Humidity
79% Humid
UV
6.8 High
August best
Excellent
Temp
23°C / 15°C
Feels Like
24°C / 15°C
Rain
14days (115 mm) Wet
Sun
10.5h Excellent
Humidity
79% Humid
UV
5.9 High
September best
Excellent
Temp
20°C / 12°C
Feels Like
20°C / 11°C
Rain
9days (85 mm) Wet
Sun
8.9h Good
Humidity
79% Humid
UV
4.9 Moderate
October
Fair
Temp
13°C / 6°C
Feels Like
11°C / 3°C
Rain
14days (125 mm) Wet
Sun
6.2h Fair
Humidity
79% Humid
UV
3.2 Moderate
Snow Days
2days
November
Poor
Temp
5°C / -2°C
Feels Like
1°C / -6°C
Rain
14days (99 mm) Wet
Sun
4.9h Fair
Humidity
79% Humid
UV
1.9 Low
Snow Days
13days
December
Poor
Temp
-1°C / -9°C
Feels Like
-5°C / -14°C
Rain
14days (95 mm) Wet
Sun
4.3h Fair
Humidity
78% Humid
UV
1.5 Low
Snow Days
19days
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January -4°C / -12°C -8°C / -17°C 14days (82 mm) Wet 4.9h Fair 79% Humid 1.8 Low Poor View Details
February -2°C / -11°C -6°C / -16°C 13days (78 mm) Wet 6h Fair 75% Muggy 2.9 Moderate Poor View Details
March 3°C / -6°C -1°C / -11°C 14days (90 mm) Wet 7.1h Good 72% Muggy 3.8 Moderate Poor View Details
April 10°C / 0°C 6°C / -4°C 15days (108 mm) Wet 7.9h Good 70% Muggy 4.9 Moderate Poor View Details
May best 17°C / 7°C 16°C / 5°C 13days (101 mm) Wet 9.6h Good 71% Muggy 5.4 High Good View Details
June best 22°C / 13°C 22°C / 12°C 15days (129 mm) Wet 10.6h Excellent 75% Muggy 6.2 High Good View Details
July best 25°C / 16°C 26°C / 17°C 15days (126 mm) Wet 11.4h Excellent 79% Humid 6.8 High Excellent View Details
August best 23°C / 15°C 24°C / 15°C 14days (115 mm) Wet 10.5h Excellent 79% Humid 5.9 High Excellent View Details
September best 20°C / 12°C 20°C / 11°C 9days (85 mm) Wet 8.9h Good 79% Humid 4.9 Moderate Excellent View Details
October 13°C / 6°C 11°C / 3°C 14days (125 mm) Wet 6.2h Fair 79% Humid 3.2 Moderate Fair View Details
November 5°C / -2°C 1°C / -6°C 14days (99 mm) Wet 4.9h Fair 79% Humid 1.9 Low Poor View Details
December -1°C / -9°C -5°C / -14°C 14days (95 mm) Wet 4.3h Fair 78% 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 jacketWaterproof shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

December is typically poor for visiting Stanstead, with average highs of -1°C (30°F) and around 14 rainy days. Stanstead, Canada in December has cold conditions, with highs averaging around -1.1°C (30°F). Rain falls on about 14 day
Stanstead typically sees around 14 rainy days in December with 95 mm (3.7 in) of total rainfall. Pack a waterproof jacket.
Yes, nights in Stanstead during December are cold, averaging -9°C (16°F). Pack warm layers and a coat for evenings.
With highs of -1°C (30°F) and lows of -9°C (16°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 Stanstead. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Stanstead during December is 2 (low). No special sun protection is needed.
Stanstead gets approximately 9 hours of daylight per day in December, with around 4 hours of sunshine.
Yes, Stanstead typically sees around 19 snow days in December with roughly 36 cm (14 in) of snowfall.

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